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Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.\nWe are looking for a Software Engineer to join our high-performing team on a dynamic program. The ideal candidate thrives in a modern development environment, brings a deep understanding of Java-based systems, and is comfortable working across the full software lifecycle. 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