Software Engineer

Software Engineer - Job Description
Clearance
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (required) Summary
Red Arch is seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Engineer with full lifecycle development expertise, strong backend engineering skills, and hands-on experience in modern cloud and containerized environments. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in designing and implementing secure, scalable solutions using cutting-edge technologies. Key Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle software development for enterprise and cloud-based applications.
• Design and implement backend services and APIs using Java, Python, and REST.
• Develop and maintain data processing pipelines using Apache NiFi.
• Architect and optimize relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL.
• Implement secure data solutions leveraging Openshift/Kubernetes.
• Containerize applications and manage deployments using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Jenkins, and Maven.
• Support microservices, architecture, and infrastructure automation
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and contribute to rapid release cycles.
• Ensure compliance with security and governance standards.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior engineers

Required Skills & Tools

• Programming: Java, Python, REST, JSON, XML
• Data: SQL, PostgreSQL, ,
• Data Processing: Apache NiFi
• Cloud Platforms: AWS, ,
• Containers & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
• Security: Openshift/Kubernetes, encryption technologies
• DevOps: GitLab, Jenkins, , , Git
• Operating Systems: Linux, Unix, ,

Certifications

• Security+ (CompTIA) - Required or must obtain within 6 months
• Preferred: CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent cybersecurity certifications

Qualifications

• 16 years experience. (Degrees accepted in lieu of experience AA 2 years, BS 4 years, MS 6 years)
• Experience developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements.
• Designs new API interfaces. Performs software and script development and integration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Zero Trust architectures and secure data flows.
• Familiarity with microservices frameworks (e.g., Quarkus).
• Strong understanding of cloud analytics and distributed systems (Hadoop, Accumulo).
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Experience with DPaaS platforms #CJ

The Red Arch Solutions pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

Red Arch Solutions Benefits Snapshot:

• 100% paid employee healthcare premiums. CareFirst Advantage Best in Class Benefits.
• HaloScripts Concierge prescription medication service
• Generous PTO.
• 10 % 401K 6% match vested day one and up to 4% profit sharing contribution.
• Annualized bonus compensation.
• Spot bonuses for hard work.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 529 College Saving Plan.
• College Loan Pay Back Program.
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Referral Bonuses.

Red Arch Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Have more questions about Red Arch? Email us at Careers@RedArchSolutions.com