Software Engineer, Level 3

The Bowen Group (a GTSC Company)
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United StatesFull-time$157,000–$169,000Posted Sep 9, 2026

About the role

AEITS, Inc., a GTSC company, is growing its team! Seeking a Software Engineer, Level 3.

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD

All work is on-site. This is not a hybrid or remote position.

Mission

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.

Requirements

High School with 24 years of experience a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required; OR

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required with 20 years SWE experience on projects with similar software processes.

Responsibilities

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.

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.

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.

BENEFITS - Full-time Employees

401K with employer contribution. Fully vested at 1 year anniversary.

Five (5) weeks comprehensive annual leave (25 workdays).

Additional leave can be earned in lieu of overtime.

11 Paid Federal Government Holidays.

Up to $5,000 annually for individually tailored education / training program.

All education plans must be pre-approved by Advantage Engineering management.

Life Insurance at 1x annual salary with employee option to purchase additional coverage for self and dependents.

Short-term and long-term disability.

We contribute a generous portion towards the cost of monthly medical plans for any of the three medical, 1 dental and 1 vision plan provided by CareFirst.

All employees are eligible to earn generous incentives and performance bonuses.

AEITS, a GTSC company, is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical, mental or sensory disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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AETALGARTH 202606

Salary: $157000 - $169000 per year

Responsibilities

  • Develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements.
  • Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results.
  • Resolves software problem reports.
  • Provides specific input to the software components of system design.
  • 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.
  • Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or improve performance.

Qualifications

  • High School with 24 years of experience as a Software Engineer in similar programs and contracts; OR
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline with 20 years of Software Engineer experience.

Benefits

  • 401K with employer contribution, fully vested at 1 year anniversary.
  • Five weeks comprehensive annual leave.
  • 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays.
  • Up to $5,000 annually for education/training program.
  • Life Insurance at 1x annual salary with option to purchase additional coverage.
  • Short-term and long-term disability.
  • Generous portion towards the cost of monthly medical plans.

Skills mentioned

System DesignDebuggingPerformance OptimizationSoftware TestingUnit TestingSQLDatabase DesignQuery OptimizationSystems EngineeringConcurrency

About The Bowen Group (a GTSC Company)

The Bowen Group supports service members, veterans and their families — and members of that same community work across our teams. Veterans, military spouses and family members shape how we communicate, design services and deliver support, because they have been on the receiving end of it. We help federal civilian and defense agencies connect people with trusted resources, improve service delivery and turn complex information into something a person under stress can actually use. Capabilities: • Strategic communications and digital engagement • Contact center operations • Behavioral health and wellness programs • Outreach, care coordination and military community support • Research and analytics • Program management and execution Bowen is CMMI appraised and CMMC Level 2 certified, reflecting the process discipline and data protection required when the information involved is personal. As a GTSC company, Bowen brings military-community expertise together with the technology, engineering and workforce capabilities of a broader federal enterprise. Follow The Bowen Group for program news, employee stories, career opportunities and insights on communications, contact center operations and wellness support for military and veteran communities.

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H-1B sponsorship history

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