ME00551-Software Engineer 1

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD

Department: Engineering 1

Job Summary

• Seeking a Software Engineer to support a high-priority, highly visible malware analysis modernization program focusing on frameworks development supporting mission-critical capabilities
• The selected candidate will work with a team of dynamic and innovative engineers to develop new capabilities supporting the front-end processing of data for a mission-critical malware analysis tool

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain frameworks and backend services supporting front-end data processing
• Support modernization of existing processing services and system components
• Design and implement Java-based applications and RESTful services
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders in an Agile development environment
• Troubleshoot and resolve system and integration issues
• Contribute to continuous integration and deployment processes
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and team technical discussions
• Support the development of scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
• Bachelor's Degree and seven years' experience
• Strong experience developing Java applications (backend services; front-end development not required)
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and services
• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Ability to multitask and quickly pivot between priorities
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and Git
• Experience with IntelliJ or Eclipse IDE
• Experience working with Kubernetes
• Experience with JMX messaging systems such as ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, or similar

Desired Qualifications

• Kotlin
• MongoDB
• Spring or Spring Boot
• Python
• Apache NiFi

Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

About the Company

Momentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long-term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.