At Intelliforce, we deliver modern, mission-ready solutions that strengthen national security and keep critical operations moving forward. As a Cloud Microservices Software Engineer, you will help transform legacy systems into scalable, cloud-native platforms that support real-world intelligence missions. Your work will directly enable faster decision-making, improved reliability, and long-term sustainability of operational systems. If you thrive on solving complex problems and building systems that matter, this role offers both technical challenge and meaningful impact.
Location: Government site in the Fort Meade area
Schedule: Full-time, standard day schedule
Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)
You will spend your time designing and building modern microservices that replace aging systems with resilient cloud-based capabilities. Much of your work will involve developing Java Spring Boot services, exposing REST APIs, and ensuring those services handle complex data processing needs efficiently.
You will also use Python to optimize AWS services, automate workflows, and support scalable infrastructure. Collaboration is a core part of this role, working closely with engineers, architects, and mission stakeholders to refine requirements and deliver production-ready software.
On any given day, you may be implementing new features, improving performance, refining deployment pipelines, or integrating services across the cloud environment. Your work will follow Agile practices and rely on strong CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent, reliable delivery.
Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
At least 9 years of relevant experience, OR a Master’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience
Active Top Secret clearance with CI polygraph issued within the last 5 years
Strong experience developing Java Spring Boot microservices
Proficiency with Python for cloud automation and service optimization
Experience building RESTful APIs and processing complex data objects
Experience developing in cloud environments
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Maven, GitLab, and GitOps practices
Experience with container technologies including Kubernetes and Docker
Experience with AWS toolsets
Experience working with rules engines
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across teams
Hands-on experience with AWS services such as Lambda, Step Functions, S3, and EC2
Experience with document-oriented data stores such as MongoDB or OpenSearch
Familiarity with relational databases including RDS, PostgreSQL, or Oracle
Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Cucumber
This role utilizes Java and Spring Boot for microservices development, Python for automation and cloud optimization, AWS services including Lambda, Step Functions, EC2, and S3, container platforms such as Kubernetes and Docker, CI/CD pipelines with Maven, GitLab, and GitOps practices, document databases like MongoDB and OpenSearch, relational databases such as PostgreSQL and Oracle, rules engines, RESTful API architectures, automated testing frameworks including Cucumber, and Agile development methodologies.
Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.
Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.
Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.
A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.
Ready to grow with purpose?
At Intelliforce, your career will flourish in a place where innovation thrives and people come first. Join us—and let’s build something meaningful together. You can reach us at [email protected] or schedule a call with our Director of Recruitment, just visit this link to view their calendar: https://calendly.com/amwolfe-intelliforce-itsg/30min .
Equal Opportunity Matters
Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Need accommodations during the application process? We’re happy to help. Reach out to us at [email protected] with your specific request.