Software Engineer - Level 2
BAE Systems
Annapolis Junction, MD · Posted October 23, 2026
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Where Annapolis Junction, MD ranks
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November 2026
- #15Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Mid-Atlantic147 openings · of 68
- #17Best cities for mid-career professionals in the Mid-Atlantic60% · of 85
- #20Best cities for mid-career professionals60% · of 100
- #24Best cities for junior jobs in the Mid-Atlantic33% · of 85
- #25Best cities for AI-skill jobs in the Mid-Atlantic9% · of 85
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- Best cities for engineering pay after cost of living #1 San Mateo ($216k)
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- Employers with the most engineering jobs #1 Amazon (2,992 roles)
Pay compared with the market
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About the job
We are currently hiring a Software Engineer - Level 2 to architect and automate complex workflows within a global defense system. Drive efficiency by leading software delivery and overseeing quality assurance. Ideal for experienced professionals with deep expertise in high-complexity software contracts and a strong background in Python, C, or C++.