Bestgate Engineering is seeking Back-end software engineers with hybrid work options available from the Columbia, MD area.
The role involves building cutting-edge Java solutions by designing, coding, and testing microservices, RESTful APIs, and enterprise-grade capabilities using Spring, Guava, and other modern frameworks in an Agile environment.
Candidates will collaborate in a fast-paced, small-business team to architect, implement, troubleshoot, and deliver secure, high-quality software under multiple deadlines.
The position requires leveraging modern DevSecOps tooling such as Linux, Git, Maven, Nexus, and automated testing, within a culture that values curiosity, rapid learning, and rigorous QA.
The workstyle is hybrid, with an average of 1-2 days a week on-site in Columbia, MD, and flexibility for schedule changes; the remainder of the work is remote.
U.S. citizenship is required, and candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance and earn DoD 8140/8570 (Security+) within 60 days of hire.
The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent), strong OOP skills, enterprise API design, microservices architecture, and a proven ability to learn quickly and thrive both independently and in close-knit teams.
The salary range for this position is $125,000-175,000, which may vary based on the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.
Requirements:
Candidates must have 5+ years of software engineering experience or equivalent.
Strong object-oriented programming (OOP) skills are required.
Experience in enterprise API design and microservices architecture is necessary.
Candidates should demonstrate a proven ability to learn quickly and thrive both independently and in close-knit teams.
U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance and earn DoD 8140/8570 (Security+) within 60 days of hire.
Benefits:
Employees start with 26 days of paid time off (PTO), with options to increase or decrease based on personal needs.
A 401k plan is offered with a 7% gift, fully vested from day one.
Free medical, dental, and vision coverage is provided for employees and their dependents.
Employees receive $5,000 for training, which can be used for certifications, conferences, and continued learning.
End-of-year bonuses are awarded to recognize hard work.
Employees are granted 8 morale-building hours annually for team-building activities.
Additional benefits include flexibility, internal mobility programs, career pathing, engaged leadership, and a robust external referral program.
