Software Engineer

What You Will Do:

At Independent Software, as a Software Engineer, you will design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise applications supporting mission-critical systems. You will work with Java, Angular, RESTful APIs, relational databases, containerization, and Kubernetes while supporting application and database modernization initiatives.

You will participate throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and technical design through development, testing, deployment, and operational support. This role also provides opportunities to work across application, database, and deployment technologies in both cloud and on-premises environments.

Key Responsibilities:
 

• Analyze user and system requirements to design, develop, test, and maintain Java and Angular applications
• Design, develop, and support RESTful APIs, service integrations, and data access components
• Develop and support solutions using Oracle, PostgreSQL, MariaDB, and other relational database technologies
• Support application modernization, including Spring Boot migrations, microservices, database modernization, and containerization
• Deploy and support containerized applications in Kubernetes environments across cloud and on-premises infrastructure
• Participate in architecture reviews, technical design, code reviews, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement
• Develop automated unit and integration tests and support CI/CD pipelines
• Maintain technical and development documentation using Jira and Confluence
• Provide backup database administration support for Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB
• Cross-train across application, database, and deployment technologies to support operational continuity

• Professional Software Engineering experience developing and supporting enterprise applications
• Experience with Java and/or other object-oriented application development technologies
• Experience developing or supporting web applications and backend services
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs
• Experience working with relational databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, MariaDB, or similar technologies
• Experience with application modernization, containerization, or modern application deployment practices
• Experience with automated testing and CI/CD processes
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional engineering teams

• Experience developing enterprise Java applications using Spring Boot or similar frameworks
• Experience developing Angular or comparable front-end applications
• Experience with microservices and application or database modernization
• Experience deploying and supporting applications using Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Kubernetes technologies such as Deployments, Services, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, Persistent Volumes, and Helm
• Experience with cloud-based Kubernetes platforms such as Amazon EKS, OpenShift, Rancher, or similar technologies
• Experience implementing GitLab CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevSecOps practices
• Experience providing operational or backup database administration support
• Experience with XML, JSON, or other structured data formats
• Experience using Jira and Confluence in Agile development 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

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.