Mid-Level Software Developer

Meridian Systematics

Mid-Level Software Developer

Springfield, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Flexible schedule

    Health insurance

    Parental leave

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    Mid-Level Software Developer

    Location: Springfield, VA

    Clearance Required: Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)

    About the Role

    We are seeking a Mid-Level Software Developer to help design, build, and deploy mission-focused software and AI-driven features. In this role, you will contribute directly to cloud-native applications, build secure DevSecOps pipelines, and work with Generative AI technologies alongside an active Agile Scrum team.

    Key Responsibilities

    AI & Application Development: Build and modify software applications, services, and APIs, incorporating Generative AI features (LLMs, RAG, ontology-based apps) and multi-stream data pipelines.

    Cloud & Infrastructure: Assist with cloud migrations (AWS, OpenShift, Kubernetes), package microservices using Docker/Helm, and deploy applications across varied network environments.

    DevSecOps & Code Quality: Maintain clean repositories, implement efficient branching strategies, write unit/integration tests, and support security practices like code hardening and vulnerability remediation.

    Agile Collaboration: Actively participate in Scrum ceremonies, implement backlog items, help write user stories, and troubleshoot issues across cross-functional teams.

    Qualifications

    Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.

    U.S. Citizenship.

    Experience: 5+ years of professional software engineering experience (or 8+ years in IT in lieu of a degree).

    Education: B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.

    Core Languages: Strong professional proficiency in Python, Java, or Scala.

    DevOps & Cloud: Hands-on experience with Docker, microservices, Kubernetes/OpenShift, AWS, Git workflows, and CI/CD pipelines.

    AI & Data: Practical exposure to Generative AI tech (LLMs, RAG workflows), RESTful APIs, and data transformation/integration.

    Security & Practices: Practical knowledge of DevSecOps scanning, dependency management, and automated testing frameworks.

    Desired

    Understanding of graph-based data models, ontologies, and data visualization techniques.

    Prior experience in Agile/Scrum environments and delivering technical status updates.