Sunayu
MD-Software Engineer 3 - TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
Contractor Site, Maryland
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- Engineering
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- Mid level
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- 1 Oct 2026
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Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
- Category: Software Engineer (SWE)
- Travel Required: No
- Remote Type: No
- Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
Position Requirements
The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test result. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade¬ offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.
Position Responsibilities
Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
Debug existing software and correct defects
Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standard
Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
Integrate existing software into new or modified system or operating environment
Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories
Write or review software and system documentation
Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project
Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries
Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards
Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software component
Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas
Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance
Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design
Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; Perform quality control on team products
Implement recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraint of the software development process being used on any particular project
Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain info1mation on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces
Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met
Recommend new technologies and processes for complex software projects
Serve as the technical lead of multiple software development teams
Select the software development process in coordination with the customer and system engineering
Ensure quality control of all developed and modified software
Delegate programming and testing responsibilities to one or more team and monitor their performance
Basic Qualifications
A polygraph within 5 years is required for this task.
Twenty (20) years' experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor' s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Preferred Qualifications
UI/UX architecture front-end development background
API
ReactJS
NodeJS
Java
Spring Boot framework
Javascript
Docker/Podman
AWS clould infrastructure
MongoDB
Elasticsearch
Gradle
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Who We Are
Sunayu, LLC serves as a premier technology partner to the Defense and Intelligence communities, delivering mission-critical engineering solutions across the nation. Our operations are anchored in a commitment to trust, accountability, and ethical transparency, ensuring the high-performance outcomes necessary to protect our country's most vital interests.
Culture
Our strength lies in our community: Our team prioritizes collaboration, professional growth, and encourages open communication . At Sunayu, we don't just secure the mission—we grow together.
Career Development
We support and encourage our team members to continue their professional growth by providing company-reimbursed training and continuing education of up to $5,000 per year. We also participate in many industry conferences and events where we share our expertise and experiences.
Pay Rate
Salary range considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits
3 Medical Plan Options
Dental and Vision
FSA, DCFSA, HSA
Life/AD&D Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training and Educational Assistance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
11 Federal holidays
401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sunayu, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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