Senior Software Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.)
Rockville, Maryland, United StatesContractPosted Sep 18, 2026

About the role

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior Software Engineer for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Regulatory clients in the DMV area.

Looking for a Senior software engineer for a contract role. The firm is a leading regulatory authority, with multi-tier applications on the cloud (AWS). Successful candidates will be strong software developers with high-level knowledge Java fundamentals, Spring/Springboot, Python/Typescript, SQL, and AWS.

Responsibilities :

Work with product owners and architects to understand desired application capabilities and testing scenarios.

Develop solutions that are highly available, durable, scalable, and cost efficient.

Bring a passion to stay on top of tech trends, experiment with and learn new technologies, participate in internal & external technology communities, and mentor other members of the engineering community.

Encourage innovation, implementation of cutting-edge technologies, inclusion, outside-of-the-box thinking, teamwork, self-organization, and diversity.

Required Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline with at least 7 years' experience in Java.

Significant experience with

JAVA core fundamentals

Spring/Springboot

SQL

Python/Typescript

REST

Strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, databases and operating systems.

Java & J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot, REST API

SQL, PL/SQL, PostgreSQL(Aurora)

Python/Typescript

Amazon Web Services

Preferred Skills:

Experience with AWS is highly preferred

DevOps skills (i.e. Docker, Jenkins Jobs, Continuous Integration exp., etc.)

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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

Responsibilities

  • Work with product owners and architects to understand desired application capabilities and testing scenarios.
  • Develop solutions that are highly available, durable, scalable, and cost efficient.
  • Stay on top of tech trends, experiment with and learn new technologies, and mentor other members of the engineering community.
  • Encourage innovation, implementation of cutting-edge technologies, inclusion, outside-of-the-box thinking, teamwork, self-organization, and diversity.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline.
  • At least 7 years' experience in Java.
  • Significant experience with JAVA core fundamentals, Spring/Springboot, SQL, Python/Typescript, REST.
  • Strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, databases and operating systems.

Skills mentioned

JavaSpring BootSQLPythonTypeScriptREST APIsPostgreSQLAWSDockerJenkins

About Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.)

For 45 years, SGA has delivered technology and resource solutions that Fortune 500 organizations, mid-size companies, state and local governments, and higher education institutions rely on to achieve their goals/missions. Our resource solutions cover contingent staffing, contract-to-hire, and direct hire services across IT and non-IT business professions. Our professional services solutions cover SOW engagements that deliver tailored technology projects on time and within budget that combine industry best practices, expert professionals, and seasoned leadership in the areas of Agentic AI, API Development, BI Dashboards, Cloud Migrations, Data Analytics, Data Integrations, Mobile App Development, and Web App Development. Each year, we support more than 1,000 engagements nationwide, supplying the talent and expertise that keep programs on track. At SGA, we believe in working better together. Guided by our values of service, quality, and integrity, we continue to help government and industry partners design, build, and sustain the solutions that move organizations forward. In support of our client organizations, we’re an award winning EEO employer to professionals across: TECHNOLOGY: AI & Machine Learning, Business & Data Analysis, Cyber & Network Security, Database Administration, Development & Architecture, Infrastructure, Program & Project Management, Quality Assurance & Testing NON-IT: Audit & Operational Risk, Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing & Creative, Procurement, Program & Project Management, Regulatory & Compliance ENGINEERING: Infrastructure Engineering, Mechanical Design Engineering, Package Engineering, and Quality Assurance Engineering HEALTH & LIFE SCIENCES: Clinical (non-patient), Project Management, Quality Assurance & Control, and Research & Development

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