Software Engineer

Everwatch is seeking a Software Engineer to build end-to-end software systems in a fast, agile environment supporting government defense and intelligence missions. The work extends beyond implementation, with an emphasis on architecture alignment, continuous improvements, and resolving client-facing technical challenges.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop complete end-to-end solutions to solve complex problems in a fast, agile environment
• Create software and systems from initial vision through production-ready delivery
• Learn new tools and techniques and determine where system improvements are needed
• Support clients in addressing challenging problems using modern architectural approaches, tools, and technologies
• Ensure team-developed solutions account for the current architecture and operating environment, while enabling future functionality and enhancements

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience
• Experience with WebSockets for real-time data handling and interactive features
• Experience with Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and microservice architecture
• Experience creating and managing SQL and NoSQL databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB
• Experience with OCI-compliant containers and container orchestration technologies such as Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes
• Ability to communicate ideas and provide clear status updates to peers and management
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a small team in fast-paced development and operational projects
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Software Development, Software Engineering, or Engineering

Technologies and Tools

• WebSockets, Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, microservice architecture
• MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SQL, NoSQL
• OCI-compliant containers, Docker, Podman, Kubernetes
• ReactJS, HTML, Javascript, UX Development
• Agile, CI/CD, Atlassian, Jira, Confluence
• TS/SCI

Preferred Experience (Nice If You Have)

• Experience with Joint Intelligence Coordination Detachments (JICD)
• Experience with Area of Operation Collection Officers (AOCO)
• Experience with Python 3.12, asyncio, and pydantic libraries
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools
• Experience with Atlassian products (Jira and Confluence)
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for production systems

Location

• Aurora, CO (onsite)
• Annapolis Junction, MD

Compensation

Everwatch determines compensation based on factors including location, the individual’s education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, and contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $72.12 to $84.14 per hour.

Benefits

• Best salaries and benefits packages in the industry

Security and Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.