What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Software Engineer – Java, AWS position at Cogent People?
Description
Location: Hybrid (Columbia, MD)
Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).
Sponsorship: This position does not offer sponsorship.
Clearance: Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
Position Overview
Cogent People is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join a mission-critical, large-scale IT application development program for a government contractor. In this hybrid role, you will have a hands-on programming focus while also providing system design support, technical leadership, and mentoring, and contributing to proposal support and client-facing technical communication. This is a dynamic opportunity to work on a data-centric project that powers critical government systems impacting healthcare for millions of Americans.
You will leverage your expertise to design and implement enterprise solutions, focusing on infrastructure, security, performance, and stability, while working within an agile framework.
Responsibilities
Hands-on Programming - Design, develop, and implement components and services for large-scale enterprise solutions, leveraging AWS, Java, and Python. Apply modern engineering methodologies to drive program success.
Cogent People offers a collaborative, growth-oriented environment, competitive salaries, and an opportunity to work on mission-critical technology solutions. Join a team focused on impactful projects that make a difference. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we prioritize employee satisfaction, offering a supportive and inclusive workplace.
Benefits
Cogent People is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability
Location: Hybrid (Columbia, MD)
Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).
Sponsorship: This position does not offer sponsorship.
Clearance: Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
Position Overview
Cogent People is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join a mission-critical, large-scale IT application development program for a government contractor. In this hybrid role, you will have a hands-on programming focus while also providing system design support, technical leadership, and mentoring, and contributing to proposal support and client-facing technical communication. This is a dynamic opportunity to work on a data-centric project that powers critical government systems impacting healthcare for millions of Americans.
You will leverage your expertise to design and implement enterprise solutions, focusing on infrastructure, security, performance, and stability, while working within an agile framework.
Responsibilities
Hands-on Programming - Design, develop, and implement components and services for large-scale enterprise solutions, leveraging AWS, Java, and Python. Apply modern engineering methodologies to drive program success.
- System Design Support - Contribute to the architectural design and planning of systems, ensuring high-performance, high-availability, and scalability.
- Lead/Guide/Mentorship- Serve as a technical lead and provide mentorship and guidance to a team of engineers.
- Technical Authority & Communicator - Act as a point of contact with clients, providing technical direction and guidance. Assist with proposal support and technical interview evaluations.
- Collaborate with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Developers, and QA teams to deliver top-tier solutions in a cross-functional environment.
- Work within a SAFe agile framework, actively participating in development iterations and program increments to ensure continuous improvement and delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- 7 years of hands-on experience in designing and developing mission-critical, data-driven systems, particularly in cloud environments.
- Extensive experience with AWS services (e.g., ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, and networking infrastructure).
- Strong experience with relational and non-relational databases, including SQL Server, DynamoDB, and Redshift
- Proficiency with Docker, ECS, and containerized environments.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Terraform, configuration management tools, and principles of zero-downtime deployments.
- In-depth understanding of serverless architectures, microservices, and event-driven systems.
- Strong grasp of security best practices and data protection standards.
- Extensive experience with Java (including Spring Boot) and JVM internals.
- Experience with AWS SDK is a plus.
- A strong willingness to learn new platforms and cloud services as the program evolves.
- Ability to mentor others, communicate effectively with clients, and contribute to both development and strategic planning efforts.
- Able to communicate effectively with client and peers
Cogent People offers a collaborative, growth-oriented environment, competitive salaries, and an opportunity to work on mission-critical technology solutions. Join a team focused on impactful projects that make a difference. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we prioritize employee satisfaction, offering a supportive and inclusive workplace.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage through CareFirst.
- 401(k) Plan with matching contributions up to 4% of your annual compensation. Immediate vesting.
- Life, short-term and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance (company-paid).
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): 3 weeks annually, plus 10 additional federal holidays.
Cogent People is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability
