Cleared Software Engineer (*Top Secret Clearance REQUIRED*)

Software Engineer (Backend)
Gaithersburg, MD
U.S. Citizenship Required | TS/SCI Eligible
We're hiring a Software Engineer to support high-impact, mission-driven systems that directly affect real-world users. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy backend development, building RESTful APIs, and working in Linux environments while contributing to meaningful national security initiatives.
You'll work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative, Agile environment, helping design, build, and enhance modern software solutions used every day by critical end users.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain backend software using object-oriented programming principles
• Build and support RESTful APIs within established architectural frameworks
• Write and maintain SQL queries, supporting data validation and database updates
• Develop and troubleshoot applications in Linux-based environments
• Identify, debug, and resolve application defects and performance issues
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional team members
• Follow coding standards, participate in code reviews, and contribute to documentation

What We're Looking For
Required:

• U.S. Citizenship (required per contract)
• Bachelor's degree with 4-8 years of experience or Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience
• Professional experience with Python and/or Java
• Experience developing or maintaining RESTful services
• Strong SQL skills with relational databases
• Working knowledge of Linux
• Ability to work independently within established technical guidelines

Nice to Have:

• JavaScript or front-end exposure
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab preferred)
• Familiarity with Docker, OpenShift, or containerized environments
• Exposure to cloud platforms
• Experience with Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, Tomcat, or Maven
• Agile development experience

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gaithersburg, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $78.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Gaithersburg,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.