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Software Engineer

Tential Solutions
Rockville, MD Contractor
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026
Overview

Architects and builds full-stack web applications and the tooling that powers software development across the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Develops production-grade applications using JavaScript/TypeScript on the front end and Java Spring Boot on the back end, along with orchestration frameworks and observability solutions that enable teams to build, deploy, and monitor reliable systems at scale. Plays a key role in defining and implementing the next generation of SDLC through innovation and comprehensive instrumentation.

What We’re Looking For

You demonstrate sharp product sense for high-impact automation opportunities, technical taste in implementation decisions, and the ability to clearly articulate trade-offs. You know when to apply the right solution for the problem and can explain the “why” behind architectural choices.

You excel at 0-to-1 (and 1-to-100) product development, comfortable operating in ambiguous environments where requirements emerge through experimentation and iteration rather than upfront specification.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Stack Web Application Development & Automation

  • Develop production-grade full-stack web applications that eliminate manual handoffs across the SDLC
  • Build responsive, accessible front-end interfaces using JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks
  • Design and implement robust back-end services and APIs using Java Spring Boot
  • Create custom integrations and CLI tools that provide deep understanding of internal systems and codebases
  • Design comprehensive testing strategies to ensure application reliability and output quality
  • Implement “Golden Path” scaffolding that embeds organizational standards into new projects
  • Build solutions that improve codebase navigation, documentation, and developer workflows
  • Identify workflow bottlenecks and deliver measurable impact through intelligent automation
  • Shape SDLC evolution by identifying opportunities and proving outcomes through experimentation

Platform Infrastructure & Tooling

  • Architect and maintain production infrastructure supporting application deployment, lifecycle management, and scaling
  • Develop reusable frameworks, templates, and SDKs that accelerate internal tool development
  • Create governed integration catalogs enabling compliant communication between systems and services
  • Implement governance controls for application behavior, permissions, and system access

Observability & Performance Analytics

  • Design and implement metrics, monitoring, and logging infrastructure for web applications and development workflows
  • Build dashboards that provide actionable insights into developer productivity, tool adoption, and system performance
  • Establish KPIs and measurement frameworks to quantify the impact of automation
  • Create alerting and anomaly detection systems to ensure reliability of applications and workflows
  • Analyze telemetry data to identify optimization opportunities and guide strategic investment decisions

Collaboration & Impact

  • Partner across teams to drive adoption of tooling and process transformation
  • Stay current with web development technologies and coach colleagues on development and automation best practices
  • Rapidly prototype solutions to validate use cases and prove value quickly
  • Communicate data-driven insights to stakeholders through clear visualizations and reports

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of software engineering experience building production systems
  • Proven experience building full-stack web applications end to end
  • Strong front-end development skills with JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks (Angular, React, or similar)
  • Strong back-end development skills with Java and Spring Boot
  • Hands-on expertise with RESTful API design and microservices architecture
  • Experience leveraging AI code assist tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q Developer, Cursor, Kiro) to accelerate development, improve code quality, and enhance productivity
  • Strong foundation in SDLC, system design, and internal tooling development
  • Experience with observability tools and practices including metrics collection, logging frameworks, and dashboard development
  • Full-stack technical proficiency:
    • Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript
    • Frameworks: Angular, Spring Boot
    • CI/CD platforms and cloud infrastructure (AWS)
    • Monitoring/observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch)
  • Passion for transforming software development through innovation and data-driven decision making

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