DescriptionMarkon is seeking a Software Engineer 3 to support the Fort Meade customer as part of the MT&E team. This role focuses on the design, development, and deployment of cloud-native applications and services within AWS environments. The position leverages AWS managed services to build scalable, resilient, and secure solutions that support mission-critical operations. This role works closely with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to modernize systems, automate processes, and deliver innovative capabilities in support of evolving mission requirements.
Responsibilities- Design, develop, test, and maintain cloud-native software applications and services
- Develop solutions utilizing AWS managed services and cloud-native architectures
- Support system modernization, automation, and application migration efforts
- Develop and maintain APIs, microservices, and backend application components
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to define requirements and implement technical solutions
- Optimize application performance, scalability, security, and reliability within AWS environments
- Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, code reviews, testing, and deployment
- Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, integration challenges, and performance issues
- Develop and maintain technical documentation and software artifacts
- Support system integration, deployment, and sustainment activities
QualificationsRequired Qualifications- Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer.
- Bachelor's degree and 20+ years of software engineering experience
- Experience developing applications within AWS cloud environments
- Experience utilizing AWS managed services to build scalable and resilient solutions
- Strong software development experience in one or more modern programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript
- Experience developing RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications
- Experience working in Agile development environments
- Experience with source code management and CI/CD practices
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture, application security, and software design principles
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desired Qualifications- Experience with serverless architectures and AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, ECS, EKS, or Step Functions
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community mission systems and cloud modernization initiatives
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and automated deployment pipelines
Salary RangeUSD $230,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.
The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.
