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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Python / C, C++ Software Engineer (TS/SCI with Polygraph Required) - **Company:** J&T Business Consulting - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $203,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Big Data, Code Reuse, Computer Engineering, Software Design Patterns, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Real Time Systems, Bug Reporting, Information Technology, Stream Processing - **Published:** June 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9990d802f3e71aa1 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Software engineering?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems supporting mission-critical environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working on large-scale software development efforts involving analytics, algorithm development, real-time processing, large data sets, and enterprise information systems. This role offers the opportunity to work independently and collaboratively within a highly technical team, contributing to the design, development, testing, and deployment of sophisticated software solutions., * Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. * Minimum of 10 years of Software Engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, complexity, and technical requirements., * Four (4) additional years of relevant Software Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Preferred Experience * Experience developing large-scale distributed systems. * Experience with real-time processing environments. * Experience working with analytics platforms and large data sets. * Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, testing, and system integration. ## Description * Design, develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems. * Implement software solutions based on documented requirements. * Develop processing-intensive analytics and advanced algorithms. * Work with large-scale and real-time data processing systems. * Review and test software components to ensure compliance with design requirements. * Document testing activities and results. * Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and problem reports. * Apply appropriate software development methodologies and best practices. * Participate in system design discussions, including hardware/software trade-off analysis. * Evaluate opportunities for software reuse and integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) solutions. * Support requirements analysis and decomposition from system-level requirements to individual software components. ## Related Videos - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Introduction to sCrypt - a smart contract language for Bitcoin SV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/24-introduction-to-scrypt-a-smart-contract-language-for-bitcoin-sv) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) ## Related Articles - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)