Software Engineer Level 2
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026.
Description
Markon is seeking multiple Software Engineers Level 2 to support the Fort Meade Customer. These roles support multiple mission teams, focusing on developing, integrating, maintaining, and optimizing software applications, cloud-based systems, and large-scale data processing solutions.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using Java, Python, and other relevant technologies.
Develop and support cloud-based applications and services within AWS environments.
Build and optimize large-scale data processing and analytics solutions.
Support distributed computing environments using technologies such as Hadoop, Accumulo, Spark, and MapReduce.
Develop and maintain data ingestion pipelines, ETL workflows, and enterprise analytics capabilities.
Support infrastructure automation, containerization, and application deployment.
Troubleshoot software issues, optimize system performance, and support production environments.
Collaborate with engineering teams to gather requirements, develop technical solutions, and support system integration.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph through this customer is required.
Bachelor's degree and 14+ years of relevant software engineering experience required.
Strong software development, systems integration, and troubleshooting skills.
Experience with one or more of the following technologies, depending on the assigned position:
Programming: Java, Python, Angular
Cloud Technologies: AWS, Lambda, Glue, DynamoDB
Big Data & Analytics: Hadoop, Accumulo, Spark, PySpark, MapReduce, SQL/NoSQL, Pandas, NumPy, SciPy
DevOps & Infrastructure: Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, Marathon
Development Tools: GitLab, Jira, Confluence, Apache NiFi
Data & Search: Elasticsearch, ZooKeeper, enterprise data warehouse systems
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting Intelligence Community mission applications and data processing environments.
Familiarity with GhostMachine, QTA, or other mission-specific analytics platforms.
Experience with AI/ML inference processing and cloud-native architectures.
Experience with Elasticsearch language analyzers or computer-assisted translation tools such as LILT.
Experience with systems architecture, requirements gathering, and technical documentation.
Note: These positions support multiple teams with varying technical requirements. Candidates are not expected to have experience with every technology listed. Specific qualifications will depend on the assigned mission team.
Salary Range
USD $210,000.00 - USD $225,000.00 /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
Eager 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.
At 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.
Headquartered 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.
Markon 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.
Markon 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.
Benefits 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.