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Software Engineer 2

Nwis Open · verified Oct 24, 2026
Annapolis Junction Full-time Mid-level Software Engineering

At a glance

Mid-level Software Engineering role at Nwis. Annapolis Junction · full-time · $99,000–$206,000 base.

SalaryStated by Nwis
$99,000 – $206,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from NwisOur estimate for the market: $146,056–$186,875Median $171,250
The range includes the market median of $171,250 for mid-level software engineering roles in Annapolis Junction.
Worked out from 30 postings that stated pay, median $171,250. Last updated Oct 19, 2026.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SeniorityMid-level
LocationAnnapolis Junction
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$99,000–$206,000
PostedOct 13, 2026 · 11d ago
Role brief

techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Turn user needs into software designs, then build new features or change existing code to meet them
  • Find and fix defects, and adapt software when hardware or performance needs change
  • Connect software with other systems and environments, including database and repository interfaces
  • Help test software components and document outcomes, reviewing work against design requirements
  • Improve development standards and documentation, and guide teams where the project calls for it

What you bring

  • You hold an active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
  • You have eight years as a software engineer on programs of comparable scope, type and complexity
  • You have a computer science or related degree, or four additional years of comparable software engineering work

Who this fits

This mid-level role suits a software engineer who can work independently or with a team, and may lead work at the level required by a project. The position is based in Annapolis Junction.

From the employer

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.

** An active TS/SCI with Poly is required. **

The Level 2 Software Engineer (SWE) shall possess the following capabilities:

•Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.

•Debug existing software and correct defects.

•Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.

•Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.

•Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.

•Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.

•Write or review software and system documentation.

•Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project.

•Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries.

•Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.

•Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.

•Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas.

•Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance.

•Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.

•Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; perform quality control on team products.

•Implement recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.

•Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project.

•Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.

•Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met.


Required:

Current TS/SCI with polygraph.

Eight (8) years of experience as a SWE on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.



Desired:

Three (3) years of experience in a CNO environment.

One (1) year of experience coding in Python.

Three (3) years of experience with User Interface Web Design and Usability Development.

Five (5) years of experience Software Database and Repository Interface Development.


Employee Referral Award Eligibility:

This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

The salary associated with this position ($99,000 - $206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays and additional insurances.



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Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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