Software Developer, Mid-Level

Tygart Technology is seeking a Mid-Level Software Developer to support our growing portfolio of government-focused technology solutions. This remote role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical systems across defense, intelligence, and national security domains. The ideal candidate is a skilled Java Full Stack Developer with experience in cloud-native architectures, container orchestration, and modern DevSecOps tools. A current Secret Security Clearance is required. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, create, and maintain general and specialized software applications to support operational objectives.
• Analyze user needs and design tailored software solutions to improve client efficiency and effectiveness.
• Customize or design software for client use, with a focus on optimizing performance and usability.
• Design and implement database solutions within application environments; collaborate across teams as needed.
• Research, design, develop, and test system-level software for various computing environments, including defense and aerospace.
• Set operational software specifications and evaluate system requirements.
• Develop embedded systems software using industry-standard engineering practices.
• Apply advanced principles of computer science, engineering, and mathematical modeling to build robust software applications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development.
• Current Secret Security Clearance is required.
• Proven experience in Java Full Stack Development with strong proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).

Required Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Java OOP for backend and full-stack development.
• Experience with Kubernetes and containerized application management (e.g., Docker).
• Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and streaming data pipelines.

Desired Skills & Tools 

• Experience with Apache Kafka (Pub/Sub messaging and streaming data).
• Hands-on experience with event sources in distributed environments.
• Experience using GitOps workflows and tools such as:
  • GitLab, Git, Bitbucket, ArgoCD, Tecton
• Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) for project tracking and version control is a plus.

Why Join Tygart Technology? At Tygart Technology, we value innovation, integrity, and technical excellence. You'll join a team of dedicated professionals who deliver mission-critical solutions to our government partners. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career while supporting impactful work.