<p>Software Engineer – Microservices / DevSecOps</p><p>Location: Gaithersburg, MD 20878</p><p>Work Arrangement: Hybrid</p><p>Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking a Software Engineer to design and implement scalable microservices-based applications supporting mission-critical programs. This role focuses on delivering high-quality software solutions within an Agile/SAFe environment, collaborating closely with systems engineering, product delivery, and DevSecOps teams.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong experience in microservices architecture, modern programming languages, and cloud-native development, along with a passion for building reliable, secure, and efficient systems. Exposure to AI-enabled or data-driven systems is a plus.</p><p>WKey Responsibilities</p><p>Application Development & Architecture</p><ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications using modern engineering practices</li><li>Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions</li><li>Build clean, maintainable, and testable code aligned to best practices</li></ul><p>Agile Delivery & Collaboration</p><ul><li>Participate in Agile / SAFe ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives)</li><li>Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineering teams</li><li>Contribute to system design discussions and technical decision-making</li></ul><p>DevSecOps & Integration</p><ul><li>Integrate services with databases, APIs, and messaging systems</li><li>Work within CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps frameworks</li><li>Support deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement of applications</li></ul><p>Operations & Optimization</p><ul><li>Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance</li><li>Partner with QA, DevOps, and platform teams to ensure reliable delivery</li><li>Enhance system scalability, reliability, and maintainability</li></ul>