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PrincipalLevel Software Engineer (Java, Python)

IDS International
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 6/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
Job Title

PrincipalLevel Software Engineer (Java, Python)

Why IDS?

IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today's greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and publicsector clients.

Locations

Annapolis Junction, MD

Shifts Available

Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.

Job Description

IDS is seeking a PrincipalLevel Software Engineer to create custom analytics that perform at scale. The engineer will work closely with data scientists and end users to develop analytic tools that support discovery and tradecraft around critical global challenges and operationalize data science within customer environments.

Key Duties

* Work directly with data scientists and mission analysts to solve complex strategic problems
* Perform endtoend software engineering to prototype, develop, integrate, test, and deploy analytic tools
* Integrate tools and tradecraft into customer corporate architectures
* Support the operationalization of data science solutions at scale

Requirements

* Bachelor's degree with eleven (11) years of relevant experience, or equivalent
* Strong experience with Jupyter Notebooks, Java MapReduce, and Python PySpark
* Strong experience with statistical analysis and machine learning fundamentals
* Strong experience with customer tools, architecture, data flow, and bigdata environments
* Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and GitLab
* Experience working in Agile development environments
* Experience with endtoend software development processes (requirements, design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment, and maintenance)
* Experience with data science, Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Large Language Models (LLMs)
* Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Compensation

* Salary range: $155,000 - $175,000
* Benefits

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email accommodation@idsinternational.com and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email.

 

Salary : $155,000 - $175,000

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