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Programmer - Level 2

SHINE Systems
Bethesda, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/15/2026

SHINE Systems is looking for a Programmer to join our team.

What You’ll Work On

  • Develop and enhance Tactical Signature Guidance (TSG) systems, including sonar TDAs across multiple production code baselines.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex software challenges while contributing innovative solutions.

  • Learn and apply new programming languages and technologies, with mentorship and support from experienced teammates.

  • Occasionally support hardware system configuration and build-out, gaining exposure to full system integration.

This opportunity is ideal for developers who thrive on solving complex problems, want to expand their technical expertise, and are motivated by work that directly supports the U.S. Navy’s operational readiness.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively in an integrated team environment supporting a large-scale program.

  • Own and deliver software solutions in Java, React, C , and other modern languages.

  • Learn and apply new technologies (e.g., Angular, Rust, Scala) to meet evolving needs.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues with efficient solutions.

  • Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and support urgent requests when needed.

  • Communicate clearly with teammates, stakeholders, and leadership.

  • Travel occasionally to Manassas, VA for integration and team collaboration.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution in Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or Computer Science or other degree that provides software development expertise equivalent to standard computer science curriculum 

  • Experience: Approximately 5 years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following:

    • Designing and developing real-time acoustic signal processing algorithms

    • Building parallel processing solutions

    • Working with microservices

    • Developing software for signal processing, real-time data analysis, or visualization/simulation systems

  • Clearance: Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

  • Certification: Must be willing to earn an IAT Level I (or higher) certification after hire (company-supported)

SHINE Systems is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary : $55,000

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