Principal Software Engineer

Job Description

GliaCell is seeking a Principal Software Engineer on one of our subcontracts. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to support a U.S. Government customer. The mission is to provide technical expertise that assists in sustaining critical mission-related software and systems to a large government contract.

Key Requirements

• Possess an active or rein-statable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance. (This position requires in-scope poly, within 7 years)
• U.S. Citizenship
• 12+ years Software Engineering experience and a BS degree in Computer Science or related
• Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
• Works well independently as well as on a team. Strong communication skills.

Key Skills

• Production-grade software development experience in Python and/or Java (Spring Boot)
• Proven track record as a self-starter capable of independently identifying system inefficiencies and driving them to resolution
• Experience integrating AI development tools into daily engineering workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on infrastructure automation and process optimization
• Familiarity with version control systems, specifically Git

Desired Skills

• Experience designing and implementing automated deployment pipelines using GitLab CI/CD
• Hands-on experience with service containerization and deploying containerized applications (e.g., Docker)
• Familiarity working within containerized environments or orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes)
• Experience bridging multiple technical domains in a complex, mixed tech stack environment

Benefits

• CareFirst Medical Coverage for Employee and Dependents
• Guardian Dental and Vision Coverage for Employee and Dependents
• Up to 25 Days of Paid Time Off
• Up to 40 hours of PTO Carryover
• 11 Federal Government Holidays
• Work From Home Opportunities
• 401K Company Contribution, Fully Vested Day 1
• Discretionary, Certification, and Sign-On Bonus Potential
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Professional Development
• 100% Premium Covered for Life & Disability Insurances
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage Available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Protection Program
• Financial Planning Assistance
• Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
• Monthly Team and Family Events
• Technology Budget
• Global Entry
• Annual Swag Budget