Software Engineer 2 (Data Transformation & Analytics)
Cornerstone DefenseAbout the role
Title: Software Engineer 2 (Data Transformation & Analytics) Location: Annapolis Junction, MD Compensation Range: $170 -$190K
Clearance:
Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph needed to apply
Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation's toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don't look any further than Cornerstone Defense. Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
Generous PTO Policy
401(k)
HSA and FSA options
Life and Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement and Training
Perks at Work Discount Program
Referral Program
Leads Generation Program
CollegeAmerica 529
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Travel Assistance
Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions
Life Planning Financial & Legal Services
Position Description The Software Engineer shall be responsible for collaborating with Product Owners, System Engineers, and project Software Engineers to develop and implement user interface components to provide an interactive, coherent, and visually appealing UI user experience for a mission-focused enterprise web application in a Linux environment. SWE-2 Qualifications: Master's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus three (3) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. OR Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. OR Seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. Position Required Skills
Experience using the Linux CLI
Experience developing scripts using Bash
Experience developing UI using JavaScript, HTML and CSS
Experience developing with the React JavaScript framework
Experience with UI testing frameworks including Cypress and Pytest
Experience developing with Python
Experience with implementing/interfacing with REST APIs
Experience with Webpack Module Bundler
Experience with Git Source Control System Position Desired Skills
Experience with container technologies such as Docker
Experience with the Django Web framework
Experience with 508 Compliance
Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI
Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools including Jira and Confluence
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Product Owners, System Engineers, and project Software Engineers
- Develop and implement user interface components for a mission-focused enterprise web application
Qualifications
- Master's degree in computer science or related discipline plus 3 years of experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline plus 5 years of experience
- 7 years of experience as a Software Engineer
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Generous PTO Policy
- 401(k)
- HSA and FSA options
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement and Training
- Perks at Work Discount Program
- Referral Program
- Leads Generation Program
- CollegeAmerica 529
- Fitness Reimbursement Program
- Travel Assistance
Skills mentioned
About Cornerstone Defense
Cornerstone Defense LLC is a mission‑focused Small Business supporting the U.S. Defense, Intelligence, and Space communities. We specialize in secure cloud architecture, enterprise engineering, systems and network engineering, cybersecurity engineering, and full‑stack application development. Our technical expertise enables advanced solutions in data analytics, zero‑trust security, AI/ML‑enabled mission systems, and space and tactical operations. As a trusted partner across the Federal landscape, Cornerstone Defense delivers agile, compliant, and high‑assurance capabilities aligned with today’s most critical government priorities — including Digital Modernization, Cloud Migration, Cyber Resilience, DevSecOps, and Mission Integration. Headquartered in Herndon, VA, our team supports customer missions nationwide, including in DC, MD, CO, UT, NM, HI, and CA. We pride ourselves on a culture built on integrity, technical excellence, and long‑term partnerships. At Cornerstone Defense, you don’t just receive support — you gain a dedicated, cleared workforce committed to delivering secure, innovative, and operationally ready solutions that advance mission success.