Software Engineer, Level 3

You Will Do

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and enhancing highly complex software systems used in mission-critical operations. Your work will span real-time systems, analytics, large-scale data processing, and advanced user interface development. The ideal candidate will bring recent, hands-on experience in JavaScript, Java, and Angular UI frameworks, and will apply modern development methodologies to build innovative solutions that meet demanding performance and functional standards.

This role places you in a dynamic, technical environment where innovation and performance matter. You'll work alongside top engineers to shape advanced software solutions with real-world impact. The projects are challenging, the mission is meaningful, and the technology is cutting edge-perfect for a senior engineer ready to lead and make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance specifications.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain complex software systems using Java, JavaScript, and Angular.
• Debug and resolve software defects and performance issues.
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems and environments.
• Develop and execute test procedures and document results.
• Design and implement complex algorithms, database queries, and data interfaces.
• Lead or contribute to software development teams and ensure adherence to quality and process standards.
• Collaborate with system and hardware engineers to refine technical requirements and system capabilities.
• Modify software to improve performance or adapt to hardware changes.
• Recommend and implement improvements to tools, technologies, and development processes.
• Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation for software components and systems.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Recent, hands-on experience with JavaScript, Java, and Angular (UI development).
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and system architecture.
• Experience working with large, complex, and data-driven systems.
• Familiarity with real-time and analytics-intensive software environments.
• Experience integrating COTS/GOTS products and understanding trade-offs between custom and reusable code.
• Proficiency in debugging, testing, and refining software systems.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and documentation skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Twelve (12) years of experience as a Software Engineer in programs of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• In lieu of a degree, an additional four (4) years of software engineering experience on similar projects may be substituted.

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.