Independent Software, Inc.

Software Engineer

Independent Software, Inc.  •  Maryland (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

What You Will Do:

At Independent Software, as a Software Engineer, you will design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise Java applications supporting mission-critical systems. You will work with modern technologies including Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, relational databases, containerization, Kubernetes, and automated CI/CD pipelines.

You will participate throughout the software development lifecycle, collaborating with engineering teams to build scalable solutions, modernize existing applications, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and improve software quality and deployment reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise Java applications using Spring Boot and modern software engineering practices
  • Develop scalable RESTful APIs and backend services
  • Design, optimize, and troubleshoot relational database solutions using MariaDB and other enterprise database technologies
  • Support application modernization through containerization, Kubernetes deployments, and improvements to system architecture
  • Participate in technical design sessions, architecture discussions, code reviews, testing, and troubleshooting
  • Develop and maintain automated testing solutions
  • Build and support GitLab CI/CD pipelines to improve software quality and deployment efficiency
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the software development lifecycle
  • Use Jira and Confluence to support Agile software development activities


Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Experience developing enterprise applications using Java and Spring Boot or similar modern frameworks
  • Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and backend services
  • Experience with relational databases such as MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar technologies
  • Experience with container technologies such as Docker or Podman, Kubernetes, or similar application deployment platforms
  • Experience using Git-based source control and CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience with automated software testing practices
  • Experience working in Agile software development environments
  • Strong software troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional engineering teams


Desired Skills:

  • Experience developing Angular or other modern web applications
  • Experience with microservices architecture, application modernization, or cloud-native software development
  • Experience implementing GitLab CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
  • Experience with SQL performance tuning and high-volume enterprise applications
  • Experience using Jira and Confluence
  • Experience supporting enterprise software in secure or classified environments


Education and Experience:

Level 1

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus twelve (12) years of relevant Software Engineering experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity; OR
  • Sixteen (16) years of relevant Software Engineering experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.


Level 2

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus fourteen (14) years of relevant Software Engineering experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity; OR
  • Eighteen (18) years of relevant Software Engineering experience supporting projects with similar software processes may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.


Clearance Requirement:

  • Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role



Why Choose Independent Software:

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.

When you join us, you will:

  • Support critical national security missions that matter
  • Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
  • Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance


Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger.

Apply today.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.


Independent Software, Inc.

About Independent Software, Inc.

Independent Software supports our customers by providing next-generation cyber services, intelligence and all-source analytics, machine learning, and mission application development. In addition to our service-based efforts, we also offer innovative IT and cyber products to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We are a Woman-Owned Small Business committed to hiring veterans and supporting our national defense missions.

We are driven to perform for our clients, protect our professional staff, and improve shareholder value. Employee and client satisfaction are key metrics for our corporate management team. Maintaining positive relationships with all our industry partners has delivered impressive business results. Our Mission and Vision statements speak to these values.

Mission Statement:

Independent Software is dedicated to ensuring national security and supporting our customers through quality intelligence products and highly skilled personnel that enable a diverse set of federal and commercial missions. A large percentage of our employees are veterans, so we understand the importance of providing timely, effective, and actionable intelligence and tools to the warfighter. Our personnel have embodied our focused, mission-first approach to supporting national security missions in dynamic environments since 2005.

Independent Software is built on five core values which, when taken together, guide us to continuously maintain our focus and achieve our vision - 1) Customer Success, 2) Employee Success, 3) Technical Excellence, 4) Fiscal Responsibility, and 5) Social Awareness.

We engage our core competencies to meet customer mission challenges in - 1) Enterprise Software Engineering, 2) Offensive and Defensive Cyber Services, 3) Data Science and Decision-Making Analytics, and 4) All-Source Analytics.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Ellicott City, Maryland
Year Founded
2005
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