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Staffed4U

Software Engineer Level 3

Staffed4U, Corridor North, Maryland, United States

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Location: Annapolis Junction, MD, 20701 Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $201,000 – $237,000 (USD) Salary does not include discretionary bonuses or comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, experience, education, and skill level.

A mission-critical software development team is seeking a Level 3 Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain complex and diverse systems. This includes processing-intensive analytics, real-time systems, large-scale data processing, and business management systems. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on contributor and a technical leader, capable of working independently or leading development teams through the full software development lifecycle in a fast‑paced, high‑security environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance specifications

Design, code, debug, and integrate new or modified software components

Develop algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards

Modify existing software to fix defects, improve performance, or adapt to new hardware

Lead software teams and guide development efforts through full lifecycle execution

Write and review system documentation, technical designs, and test procedures

Design complex database queries and repository interfaces

Coordinate with systems and hardware engineers to ensure proper integration and performance

Implement quality control practices and recommend process improvements

Oversee software system installation and monitor operations for compliance with specifications

Select or influence the selection of development tools, processes, and technologies

Serve as a senior technical lead on major projects and mentor junior engineers

Identify, recommend, and implement new technologies and practices for complex software challenges

Minimum Qualifications:

20+ years of experience as a Software Engineer on projects of similar scope and complexity

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (4 additional years of experience may substitute for the degree)

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required

Proficiency in:

Python

Java

MongoDB (or AWS DocumentDB)

Containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, etc.)

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with:

Kubernetes

Go

AWS Services

JavaScript frameworks (especially Angular)

MLOps lifecycle (knowledge of model lifecycle even without modeling experience)

Ideal Candidate Traits:

Strong leadership and team management skills

Proven ability to deliver high-quality code under tight deadlines

Comfortable working in secure, high-compliance environments

Passion for continuous learning and implementing cutting‑edge technology

Only U.S. Citizens with an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance will be considered. Submit a detailed resume highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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