Principal Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Your Mission

As a Principal Software Engineer on our prime contract, you will work a hybrid schedule with a team of talented developers to design, build, and maintain critical applications in a cloud-based environment. You will contribute to the development and deployment of scalable and secure solutions, leveraging your expertise in Linux, cloud infrastructure, and modern software development practices. You will create efficient services, automate workflows, and optimize system performance to support evolving mission needs.

A Day in the Life Of

• Develop and enhance software solutions using Java, Node, or Python
• Build and maintain cloud-based services in AWS
• Design and manage containerized applications with Kubernetes (EKS)
• Automate infrastructure and deployments using GitLab CI/CD
• Write and maintain shell scripts for automation and system management
• Work with relational and document databases such as PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, or MongoDB
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement secure, scalable solutions

Must Have

• TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance
• 20+ years of experience with a Bachelors Degree in a related field
• Strong Linux background
• Experience building and maintaining services in AWS
• Proficiency in at least one of the following: Java, Node, or Python
• Experience with shell scripting
• Hands-on experience with containerization and Kubernetes (EKS)
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD
• Familiarity with relational and document databases such as PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, or MongoDB

Nice to Have

• Experience with Terraform or Terragrunt for infrastructure as code
• Knowledge of Ansible for configuration management
• Front-end development experience with React or Node
• Familiarity with 508 compliance standards for accessibility

Benefits

• $10k annual training and education benefit
• 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one
• Annual health and technology allowances
• Access to a state-of-the-art technology lab