Software Developer I

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests.

Requisition #: 1684

Job Title: Software Developer I

Location: Hybrid, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

Clearance Level: Interim Secret / Top Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start

Required Certification(s): Must Obtain Security Plus (+) or higher within 90 days of Hire

Job Description

• Codes software components, units, and modules according to detailed specifications for client/customers.
• Participates in analysis and development of test plans.
• Tests assigned components and units. Provides test results and recommends corrections to senior developers.
• Applies practical knowledge of one or more platforms and operating systems, and of programming languages such as C and C++.
• Typically requires knowledge of one or more systems architectures such as client/server and distributed processing.

Education and Background

Typically has a Bachelor's degree, and 0 - 2 years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g., each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required

Years of Experience

0 - 2 years

Required Skills

• Must possess at minimum an Interim Secret clearance.
• Must be able to obtain an IAT-II (Security +) certification within the first 90 days of hire; 1+ years of experience developing in Java. Core Java (1.7+); multi-threading, concurrency, etc.
• Experience with the following software and technologies: relational database with JDBC, preferably MySQL, JMS, preferably Artemis/Apache ActiveMQ.
• Enterprise Service Bus, preferably XML, XSD, XSLT, XPATH, and Object XML mapping.
• Continuous integration software, preferably GitLab.
• Version control systems, preferably GitLab.
• Automated software builds, preferably Apache Ant.
• Must be able to work effectively under pressure and to deliver on tight timelines with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communications skills.

Preferred Skills

• BS or BA preferred but not required; Bonus Qualifications (not required): web programming languages, preferably PHP or JavaScript, REST and Web Services, SNMP traps, Apache server or Windows IIS, LDAP, and Active Directory.
• Network Packet sniffing, Wireshark, Java PCAP libraries. Virtual Environments (VMWare ESX, Microsoft HyperV).
• Java application software installation, preferably IZPack.
• Experience with API integrations and development.

Working Conditions

• General Office Environment.
• Ability to operate effectively with a high level of independence.
• Strong willingness to quickly explore and learn new skills.

$95,000 - $95,000 a year

In addition, Agile Defense invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Agile's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Learning and Development opportunities as well as other optional benefit elections.

Our Core Values

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.


What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.