{"id":1637494,"url":"https://alion.io/job/markon-solutions-software-engineer-level-0","title":"Software Engineer Level 0","company":{"id":3863685,"name":"Markon Solutions","domain":"markonsolutions.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/markon-solutions","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"iCIMS","truth_index":null},"role":"Backend","role_family":"Backend","seniority":null,"employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Fort Meade, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":110000,"max":115000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":115000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Agile","optional":false},{"name":"C++","optional":false},{"name":"Linux","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-01T21:39:16Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-01","last_verified_at":"2026-10-04T00:38:01Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":2,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":2},"description":"Description\nMarkon is seeking a Software Engineer 0 to support the development, integration, and maintenance of mission-critical software solutions for the Fort Meade customer. This role provides an opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative environment focused on designing, developing, testing, and deploying software applications that support complex technical missions. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in software development and a desire to grow their skills in advanced technologies and mission-focused systems.\nResponsibilities\nDevelop, test, and maintain software applications and system components\nSupport software integration, troubleshooting, and debugging activities\nCollaborate with engineers and technical teams to implement software solutions based on mission requirements\nParticipate in software design, code reviews, and testing activities\nDevelop and maintain scripts, tools, and utilities to support system functionality and automation\nAnalyze and resolve software defects and performance issues\nDocument software designs, test results, and technical processes\nSupport system deployment and sustainment activities\nQualifications\nRequired Qualifications\nActive TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer. \nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field\nExperience developing software in a Linux environment\nExperience programming in Python and C++\nUnderstanding of software development principles, debugging, and testing methodologies\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills\nAbility to work effectively both independently and as part of a team\nStrong written and verbal communication skills\nDesired Qualifications\nExperience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP)\nExperience with Radio Frequency (RF) technologies or signal processing applications\nExposure to embedded systems, communications systems, or related mission technologies\nFamiliarity with version control tools and Agile development methodologies\nSalary Range\nUSD $110,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.Overview\nEager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.\nAt Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.\nHeadquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.\nMarkon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.\nMarkon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.\nBenefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4519,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":true,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Equity","Life insurance"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-01T21:39:16Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":95,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.946,"p_room":1,"age_days":1,"expected_fill_days":21,"reasons":["conf:9","urgency","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-03T05:45:00Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":115000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/markon-solutions-software-engineer-level-0","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/markon-solutions-software-engineer-level-0.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-04T02:12:20Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3041,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":1959,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-05T00:00:00Z"}}}