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
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
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Strong software troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving
Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional engineering teams
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
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.
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.
Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
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
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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.
About Independent Software
Defense and National Security50 employeesFounded 2005
Provides software and systems engineering for national security missions.