Who are we?

Independent Software is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. We bring together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies, and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives.

Why Independent Software?

We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don’t do things because “that’s the way we’ve always done things”; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer’s mission.

We’ve been profitable year after year. We’re always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do and finding ways to do it better.

Top Reasons to Work at Independent Software:

Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to discounts with all our vendors.
You are not just a job title. That's why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It's not about being billable, it's about being valuable.
Whether you're working on-site or in our offices, your role at Independent Software is just as critical to our success as your coworker's.
We're constantly researching and implementing the latest technology, so you've always got the right tools at your disposal.
As we've grown, we've retained that small company feel. When we say we have an open-door policy, we actually mean it.
Independent Software is comprised of wonderfully generous folks. We believe in supporting the causes our employees care about. Bring us an opportunity to help and we'll listen.
Teamwork got us where we are today. Our collaborative environment allows you to maximize your true potential.
The work we do is exciting, critical stuff. No matter your role at Independent Software, you're helping us keep the nation safe and secure.
We have a history of great achievement, and, with each year, our company gets even bigger and better. As we grow, so does the opportunity for our employees.
We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Independent Software a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work.

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Company Sponsored Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Your retirement plan is an important benefit you shouldn’t overlook. We offer a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust that offers a powerful way to enhance your long-term financial well-being by investing in yourself. We offer immediate eligibility and company matching.
A generous Paid Time Off and Holiday package
Paid training! We encourage all employees to seek out training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars.
We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Independent Software. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

Web Developer

Annapolis Junction, MD

Full Time

Web Development

Mid Level

What you will be doing!

As a Web Developer, you are responsible for designing, creating, testing, and maintaining websites and content that enrich and optimize the exchange of information and produce effective communications with customers. You will interact with the team to gather and define requirements, analyze them to determine the most effective web technologies, and coordinate the creation and integration of necessary technology components. Your work will follow a formal design process that includes adhering to laws, standards, and established guidelines for developing and delivering the website end product. You will design and create visually pleasing, content-rich, user-friendly interfaces with intuitive navigation. But your role doesn't end there. You are also responsible for delivering comprehensive website solutions that not only meet but exceed customer requirements. Your role also includes maintaining configuration management, a task that is essential to our operations.

Job Requirements:

Maintain a functioning, user-accessible website
Codes less complex websites using HTML, Visual Basic, or other web-based programming languages
Support website planning and deployment
Write documentation regarding the website’s technical requirements
Maintain website technical documentation to assist with website maintenance and upgrades
Apply concepts, develop, test, maintain, and support high-performance, innovative web-based applications
Responsible for troubleshooting software problems and providing solutions to overcome those problems using the latest technologies
Work with management and information technologists to determine specifications
Use a variety of internet technologies, techniques, and tools, such as graphics software applications and object-oriented languages (e.g., Java, CGI, Visual Basic, HTML, XML) to create web page elements such as user interface features, site animation, special effects, databases, and e-business applications
In concert with the software development lead, develop, test, maintain, and support high-performance, innovative web-based applications
Analyze and troubleshoot complex software problems and provide solutions using the latest technologies
Work independently on more complex projects
Integrate new web products with existing web applications to improve the functionality or design of the organization’s website

Education and Experience:

Eight (8) years' experience as a WD in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional WD experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Clearance Required: Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V

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