Software Engineer Staff

Basic Qualifications

• Systems/Software Engineering & Integration: Experience in systems/software engineering, software installation, and integration in an Agile environment.
• SDLC: Strong understanding of Full lifecycle experience (design, development, testing, deployment) with Agile methodologies.
• Clearance Requirement: US Citizenship Required. Active DOD Secret clearance needed to start.

Framework

• On boarding & Integration: Own end-to-end onboarding of new software products onto the Framework, enforcing security, performance, and compliance standards.
• Installation & Configuration: Lead installation, configuration, and upgrade of Framework components; author and maintain repeatable, version controlled installation guides.
• Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Produce and sustain integration guides, test plans, deployment procedures, and risk mitigation documents; conduct briefings for stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Linux & IaC Operations: Expertly use Linux CLI, Bash/Python scripting, and system admin skills; provision, monitor, and optimize environments with Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes (Docker excluded).
• Technical Issue Resolution: Diagnose, log, and drive resolution of defects; collaborate with subcontractors and internal teams to troubleshoot integration or installation problems.
• Configuration Management & CRB Oversight: Design, develop, and maintain tooling for configuration management; act as primary liaison to the Change Request Board, ensuring approved changes are implemented, tracked, and auditable.

Mentorship & Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and coaching to Level 3 engineers and junior staff; lead technical reviews and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives.

Metrics & Reporting

• Define, collect, and present defect, installation, and performance metrics to senior leadership and program management.

Desired Skills

• API & Automated Testing: Proven ability to develop and run API tests and automated integration tests.
• Linux Proficiency: Strong command line, shell scripting (Bash/Python), and system administration capabilities.
• Cybersecurity & DevSecOps: Knowledge of security methodologies, secure coding, and DevSecOps pipeline integration.
• Container Orchestration: Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (Docker excluded).
• Cloud & Web Integration: Understanding of cloud-based platforms and web application integration patterns.
• IaC Experience: Familiarity with Terraform, Ansible, or comparable Infrastructure as Code tools.
• Project Management Tools: Experience with Jira and GitLab for issue tracking, sprint planning, and CI/CD pipeline management.
• Defect & Metrics Management: Experience logging, tracking, and presenting defect and installation metrics.