Software Engineer 1 - (CNO Backend Developer)

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Columbia, Maryland, USPosted 4 days ago

Role Overview

Shawky Engineering is hiring a mid-level Software Engineer 1 - (CNO Backend Developer). This is a full-time role in Columbia. Part of Shawky Engineering's Backend hiring, posted 4 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Backend roles is $120k-$179k (based on 28 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job Description

***REQUIREMENT: Active TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph***

Are you tired of being underpaid or stuck on work that doesn’t matter?

At Shawky Engineering, we build AI solutions that directly support real-world operational needs on the most mission essential contract in CNO. Our work is fast-paced, high-impact, and delivered by a small, elite team.

We operate with a lean infrastructure—no unnecessary layers, no red tape. That means:

Above-market compensation tied to performance.
Minimal meetings, maximum time spent building.
Your work ships fast and matters immediately.

We intentionally stay small to preserve agility and ensure every team member is highly valued and highly compensated.

What You’ll Do

This role will be on a fast-moving software engineering team supporting a microservice ecosystem with several UIs. Project management is done using feature driven development. The team is highly collaborative, and engineers are encouraged to help drive system design. The candidate will be working with mission very closely and interacting with customers daily.
Responsibilities: Develop and maintain Java microservice web applications.
Work closely with tech lead on technical decisions and product roadmap.
Resolve challenging software engineering design problems.
Interact with the customer to resolve issues and propose new features.
Support testing and deployment of production applications.
Skills Requirements: Experience with design, debugging, and problem solving with Java.
Experience with RESTful web applications.
Experience with Spring Boot.
Experience interacting with MongoDB or similar database technology.
Experience with Automated testing.
Nice to Haves: Full stack experience including UI development with JavaScript (Vue.js).
Experience with Kafka.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with Linux administration.
Experience with automated build tools, continuous integration, and continuous deployment.

What We’re Looking For

Deep technical expertise across AI/ML, Python software engineering, Linux systems, and CNO, with experience leveraging modern AI development tools such as Claude Code.
Expertise in engaging stakeholders, translating requirements, and architecting scalable, high-impact solutions.
Strong ability to rapidly diagnose and resolve complex issues in production environments.

Why Shawky Engineering

We don’t manufacture culture. It’s built by solving hard problems and delivering mission wins—together.

If you want to do your life’s work—and be paid what you’re worth—reach out to us today at careers@shawkyengineering.com

Benefits

Above Market Compensation
10% 401k retirement gift IMMEDIATELY vested every paycheck
6 Weeks PTO a year! Enjoy your life!
Excellent medical plans for you and your family including HSA
100% company paid dental benefits
100% company paid vision benefits
100% company paid term life insurance
100% company paid short-term disability
100% company paid long-term disability
100% company paid AD&D Insurance
100% company paid training based on approval
GUARANTEED Annual performance review to increase your pay
MISSION ESSENTIAL contract (you won’t be sitting home unpaid during the next furlough)

Requirements

Active TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph

Pay: $175,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Software Engineer 1 - (CNO Backend Developer) position at Shawky Engineering?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Shawky Engineering. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Software Engineer 1 - (CNO Backend Developer) position at Shawky Engineering located?

This position is based in Columbia. Shawky Engineering has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Software Engineer 1 - (CNO Backend Developer) at Shawky Engineering earn?

Shawky Engineering has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Software Engineer 1 - (CNO Backend Developer) role at Shawky Engineering posted?

This role was posted on June 22, 2026 (4 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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