Software Engineer, Level 2
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Department: Software Engineering
What You Will Do:
As a Software Engineer Level 2 at Independent Software, you will support the development and deployment of containerized applications and infrastructure automation using modern DevOps and cloud-native technologies. You will collaborate across engineering teams to implement scalable deployment workflows, improve automation practices, and help standardize application deployment frameworks. This role offers the opportunity to grow technically while contributing to reliable, secure, and repeatable deployment solutions that support mission-focused commercial and enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of deployment pipelines and Helm charts
- Collaborate with backend, frontend, and infrastructure teams to integrate services and deployment workflows
- Support scalable Kubernetes deployments using Helm, GitOps workflows, and related tooling
- Participate in code reviews, testing efforts, and documentation while adhering to team standards
- Implement and test logic supporting application deployment patterns, secrets management, and configuration maps
- Support internal initiatives to standardize and document reusable application deployment templates
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Comfortable coding in Go, Python, or TypeScript
- Familiarity with GitOps workflows and CI/CD tools such as ArgoCD, Fleet, or similar platforms
- Working knowledge of Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, and containerized deployment environments
- Understanding of infrastructure-as-code concepts and Linux system operations
- Ability to debug, troubleshoot, and support containerized applications
- Strong collaboration skills and willingness to learn from senior engineers
- Appreciation for automation, documentation, and reusable code practices
Education and Experience:
- Fourteen (14) years of experience as a Software Engineer
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
- Four (4) additional years of Software Engineering experience may be substituted in place of a bachelor’s degree
Clearance Requirement:
- Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
Why Choose Independent Software:
At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.
When you join us, you will:
- 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.
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