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Senior Software Engineer

sparksoftcorporation • Remote/Hybrid if local to Maryland


No Relocation

Posted: September 11, 2026

Job Description

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Senior Software Developer plays an integral role in designing, developing, and configuring software systems that support reliable digital service delivery for federal programs. Working across the full development lifecycle — from requirements analysis and design through implementation, quality assurance, and maintenance — this position bridges technical execution with cross-functional collaboration. You will partner with Business Analysts to assess design gaps and surface functionality improvements, delivering Java and JavaScript-based solutions that align with technical design specifications and evolving stakeholder needs. Day-to-day work spans building RESTful APIs, executing unit tests, and leveraging Splunk to monitor and troubleshoot complex multi-environment systems. Your contributions directly support the stability and quality of software platforms that serve the people who depend on them.

  • Design, develop, and configure software components in alignment with technical design specifications and project requirements.
  • Build Java/Scala-based RESTful APIs that address functional requirements and support scalable system performance.
  • Partner with Business Analysts to identify design gaps and recommend improvements to system functionality.
  • Produce effort estimates for new features, enhancements, and change requests to inform project planning and delivery timelines.
  • Create and execute unit tests for developed components, ensuring code quality and adherence to design standards.
  • Troubleshoot defects and operational issues across development, staging, and production environments to maintain system reliability.
  • Apply knowledge of technologies, methodologies, and tools to support project delivery goals and contribute to continuous improvement.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 

  • Hands-on experience developing enterprise-grade software using Java and JavaScript.
  • Practical knowledge of designing and consuming RESTful APIs, including API integration and data exchange patterns.
  • Familiarity with Scala in a backend or service-oriented development context.
  • Experience using Splunk for log analysis, monitoring, and performance troubleshooting across multi-environment systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to write and execute unit tests, with an understanding of software testing best practices.
  • Skill in diagnosing and resolving defects across multiple deployment environments, including production.
  • Ability to translate technical designs into quality software solutions with strong attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working independently and as an effective contributor within a collaborative development team.
  • Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a project-driven environment.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
  • Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

  • Experience supporting Federal Government, CMS, or other highly regulated healthcare systems.
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Developer Associate, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, or equivalent cloud certification preferred.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.