DescriptionMarkon is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Fort Meade customer by designing, developing, and maintaining secure backend services and cloud-native applications that support mission-critical operations. This role develops scalable microservices, RESTful APIs, and AWS-based solutions while applying DevSecOps best practices to automate software delivery and infrastructure management. Working within a collaborative Agile environment, the role partners with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable, secure, and high-performing enterprise applications.
Responsibilities- Design, develop, and maintain microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and modern software engineering practices.
- Develop and support RESTful APIs and backend services deployed within AWS cloud environments, including Amazon ECS, AWS Lambda, Amazon RDS, and Amazon S3.
- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software build, testing, deployment, and release activities.
- Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or comparable automation tools.
- Optimize application performance, scalability, reliability, and security across cloud-native environments.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues using enterprise monitoring and observability tools such as Amazon CloudWatch, Prometheus, or the ELK Stack.
- Develop unit and integration tests to ensure software quality, reliability, and maintainability.
- Collaborate with DevOps engineers, front-end developers, product teams, and Government stakeholders to deliver end-to-end software solutions.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation supporting application architecture, deployment processes, and operational procedures.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications- Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer.
- Bachelor's degree and 7 years of software engineering experience.
- Experience developing backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
- Experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
- Experience deploying and supporting applications within AWS cloud environments, including ECS, Lambda, RDS, and S3.
- Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Experience developing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or comparable tools.
- Experience monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing production systems.
- Experience developing unit and integration tests.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.
Desired Qualifications- Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with additional AWS services supporting cloud-native application development.
- Experience working in Agile software development environments using Git, Jira, and Confluence.
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community or DoD mission applications.
Salary RangeUSD $160,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /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.
OverviewEager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.
At Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.
Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.
Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we're consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation's most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients' missions.
Join us and make a meaningful impact.
Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
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.
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