Independent Software, Inc.

Software Engineer, Level 2 (FORECASTED)

Independent Software, Inc.  •  Fort Meade, MD (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

What You Will Do:

As a Software Engineer Level 2 at Independent Software, you will develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems supporting mission-critical operations. You will work both independently and as part of a team to design, implement, and test solutions that support large-scale data processing, system integration, and performance-driven environments.

In this role, you will take on increased responsibility in system design, technical decision-making, and team collaboration. You may lead development efforts, contribute to architectural discussions, and help guide junior engineers while ensuring high-quality software delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

 
  • Analyze user requirements and translate them into software design and performance solutions
  • Design, develop, test, and maintain complex software applications and components
  • Debug software and resolve defects across development and production environments
  • Modify existing software to improve performance, scalability, and functionality
  • Integrate software into new or existing systems and environments
  • Design and implement database queries and data interfaces
  • Contribute to system architecture and design decisions, including trade-offs and reuse
  • Lead or support development efforts within Agile teams
  • Develop and execute test procedures and support system validation activities
  • Analyze system performance and recommend improvements
  • Create and maintain technical documentation
  • Collaborate with system engineers, hardware engineers, and other stakeholders

Required Skills and Qualifications:
 
  • Strong experience with one or more programming languages (Java, Python, C, or C++)
  • Experience designing, developing, testing, and debugging complex software systems
  • Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
  • Experience working with databases and writing complex queries (SQL or similar)
  • Understanding of system architecture, integration, and performance optimization
  • Ability to work independently and contribute to team leadership when needed
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Skills:
 
  • Experience with Java frameworks (Spring, Hibernate)
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, SonarQube)
  • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
  • Experience with microservices architecture
  • Experience with monitoring tools (Kibana, Grafana, Nagios)
  • Scripting experience (Python, Bash, or Shell)

Education and Experience:
 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required
OR
  • Fourteen (14) years of Software Engineering experience
OR
  • Four (4) additional years of Software Engineering experience may be substituted for a degree

Clearance Requirement:
  • Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
**This position is contingent on contract award**
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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