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Mid-Level Software Engineer

Chenega MIOS SBU
Gaithersburg, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026
Summary

Mid-Level Software Engineer

Gaithersburg, MD

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level! 

Chenega Agile Real-Time Solutions (CARS) was created with the purpose of providing integrated enterprise IT support to Federal customers both CONUS and OCONUS. CARS employs Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with decades of experience working in the Federal marketplace.

Chenega Agile Realtime Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Mid-Level Software Engineer for the Maru Program. The Maru Program delivers mission-critical, modern software solutions across our customers’ enterprise using Agile, DevSecOps, and cloud-native methodologies.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Mid-Level Software Engineer to support the development and delivery of scalable software solutions within our engineering organization. This role focuses on implementing high-quality code, supporting system functionality, and contributing to team-based software development efforts.

The ideal candidate possesses strong object-oriented programming fundamentals, backend development experience, and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative engineering environment. This individual will contribute to software enhancements, troubleshoot issues, and support ongoing development activities across the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Object-Oriented Programming: Develop, test, and maintain software applications using object-oriented design principles.
  • REST API Development: Implement and support RESTful services under established architectural guidance.
  • Database Development: Write and maintain SQL queries; support database updates and data validation efforts.
  • Linux Environments: Develop and troubleshoot applications within Linux-based environments.
  • Bug Fixing & Enhancements: Identify, debug, and resolve application-level defects and performance issues.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with senior engineers and team members to implement approved designs and deliver project requirements.
  • Code Quality: Follow established coding standards, participate in code reviews, and support documentation efforts.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field with 4 years of relevant experience OR
  • Master’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience.
    • Java or Python: Professional experience developing object-oriented applications.
    • REST APIs: Experience developing or maintaining RESTful services.
    • SQL: Experience writing queries and working with relational databases.
    • Linux: Working knowledge of Linux environments.
    • Ability to work independently on defined tasks within established technical frameworks.
  • TS/SCI Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • JavaScript: Exposure to front-end development.
  • GitLab CI/CD: Experience working within CI/CD pipelines.
  • Containerization: Familiarity with Docker or OpenShift.
  • Exposure to cloud-based environments.
  • Experience with modern web frameworks.
  • Experience with Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, Tomcat, or Maven.
  • Experience working in Agile development environments.


Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Ability to work independently and yet be effective within a team setting
  • Must be capable of managing multiple efforts with time-related constraints in a fast-paced contracting environment
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals
  • Friendly presence, helpful attitude, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others.
  • Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, and experience working in a home office setting as well as the ability to train end users on frequently asked technical issues.
  • Ability to provide technical assistance and support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, and previous customer service experience strongly desired.
  • Good problem-solving skills; ability to visualize a problem/situation and think abstractly to solve it.


How you’ll grow

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. 



We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers. 



Benefits

At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits. 

Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you. 



Chenega MIOS’s culture

Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives. 



Corporate citizenship

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities. 

Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world. 

Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/ 



Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team

We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links: 

Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com 

Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/ 

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/

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