Job ID: TAP00137
Position: Software Engineer Level 1
Location: US – MD, Ft. Meade
Category: Software Engineering/ Development
Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Education Requirement: BS in Computer Science (or related field)
Experience Requirement: 0-2
We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our team supporting the design, development, and maintenance of complex software systems in a mission-critical environment. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of software challenges, including real-time systems, data-intensive analytics, and algorithm development.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in software development using modern programming languages, an understanding of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines, and a strong interest in building reliable and efficient applications that directly support national security operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems based on documented requirements.
Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance specifications.
Design, code, and modify software to add new features or improve existing functionality.
Debug existing software and correct defects to ensure stable performance.
Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or environments.
Develop data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.
Participate in software testing—review, implement, and document test results.
Provide input on system design, including hardware/software tradeoffs and reuse of COTS/GOTS components.
Develop and implement algorithms to meet system performance and functional standards.
Write and maintain technical documentation and participate in process improvement initiatives.
Support DevOps tasks, including software builds, deployments, and automated CI/CD pipelines.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline and 0–2 years of relevant experience
Experience developing in one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, or Python
Familiarity with Windows or UNIX application development and scripting
Understanding of software development methodologies, version control, and testing practices
Exposure to DevOps tools such as Artifactory, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, or Packer
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Bamboo
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, technical environment
Clearance Requirement: This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, based on current background investigation (SBI), as well as the favorable completion of full scope polygraph. Clearance and polygraph processing will be completed by the U.S. Government. Factors considered for a U.S. Government Security Clearance include, but are not limited to:
U.S. Citizenship
Favorable Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Abuse/Illegal Drug Use
Credit Check
Subject Interview
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TAP Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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What We Do
TAP Engineering (LLC) is a small, Maryland-based firm providing secure, trusted microelectronics hardware engineering, firmware development, and research support to the DoD, Intelligence Community, and commercial clients. TAP's engineers and research scientists have an average of 20 years' experience driving technology development from applied research to engineering development, prototype, test, production, and field support.
