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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Full Scope Polygraph
IT - Software
Annapolis, MD (On-Site/Office)
Description:
The Software Engineer designs, develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems, including processing‑intensive analytics, advanced algorithms, large‑scale data processing, real‑time systems, and business information systems. The role may involve independent work or collaboration within a team. Responsibilities include reviewing and testing software for adherence to design requirements, documenting results, resolving software issues, and applying development methodologies suited to the project environment. The engineer contributes to system‑level design decisions, including hardware/software trade‑offs, software reuse, COTS/GOTS integration, and requirements analysis at both system and component levels.
Technical domains span front‑end and back‑end development, micro‑services architecture, distributed systems, cloud migration, and a broad tool and technology ecosystem including Kubernetes, Rust, React, Elasticsearch, Grafana, Terraform, and a variety of data, messaging, and security technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyze user requirements and translate them into software design and performance specifications. Debug and resolve defects in existing software. Recommend improvements to documentation and development process standards. Design and implement new software features or modify existing functionality. Integrate existing software into new or updated systems and environments. Create basic data queries for current or planned databases and repositories. Develop or review technical documentation for software and systems. Serve as a team lead appropriate to the software development methodology in use. Design or implement advanced database interfaces and complex data queries. Develop or optimize algorithms to meet or exceed performance and functional requirements. Support development and execution of test procedures for software components. Analyze system performance standards, interact with users and system engineers, and evaluate workflow and data processes to develop software solutions. Modify existing software for defect correction, hardware adaptation, or performance improvements. Apply scientific analysis and mathematical modeling to design, develop, and refine software systems. Design and implement complex algorithms under strict timing, resource, or interface constraints; perform quality control on team outputs. Implement process improvements for documentation and development standards. Provide oversight for one or more software development teams to ensure adherence to project constraints and processes. Collaborate with system and hardware engineers to define requirements and understand performance constraints and interfaces. Coordinate installation of software systems and monitor system performance to ensure operational requirements are met.
Technical Skill Areas:
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years as a Software Engineer on programs of similar scope, type, and complexity. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. Technical Experience: At least one (1) year of Python development experience (SHADOWSCIENCE environment).
Requirements:
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
About us:
Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception, CTP has been instrumental in the technical design, engineering development, operational deployment, and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience, expertise, and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements, develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.
At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP), we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals, but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values, the foundation we built around them, and the Partners we become along the way.
That's why our pay is competitive, our missions are critical, and our benefits
represent what matters most to CTP: Our People.
Salary Range Transparency
At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.
How We Determine Salary Ranges
Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:
Really good benefits, for really GREAT people:
From our CTP Family to yours, we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you, not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where you're going, together.
Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.
Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors.
CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!
Columbia Technology Partners https://ctpweb.isolvedhire.com
The Software Engineer designs, develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems, including processing‑intensive analytics, advanced algorithms, large‑scale data processing, real‑time systems, and business information systems. The role may involve independent work or collaboration within a team. Responsibilities include reviewing and testing software for adherence to design requirements, documenting results, resolving software issues, and applying development methodologies suited to the project environment. The engineer contributes to system‑level design decisions, including hardware/software trade‑offs, software reuse, COTS/GOTS integration, and requirements analysis at both system and component levels.
Technical domains span front‑end and back‑end development, micro‑services architecture, distributed systems, cloud migration, and a broad tool and technology ecosystem including Kubernetes, Rust, React, Elasticsearch, Grafana, Terraform, and a variety of data, messaging, and security technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Skill Areas:
- Front-End: JavaScript, React/JSX, (eventually TypeScript)
- Back-End: Node.js, Rust, Python, Shell scripting
- Microservices & Distributed Systems: Kubernetes, Helm Charts, service mesh, multi-site deployments, load balancing, microservice deployment patterns, cloud migration
- Tools & Technologies: NiFi, JEST, Grafana, InfluxDB, Elasticsearch, Redis, MySQL, Apache Superset, RabbitMQ/Kafka, Ansible/Salt, Terraform, WebSockets, JBLOCKS, CASPORT, Neo4j
- Security: Agency security labels (CAMKEY, LAC, COI, etc.)
Qualifications:
- Substitution: Four (4) additional years of SWE experience may substitute for the degree.
Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
- Certification Requirements:
- DOD 8570 Certification
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
About us:
Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception, CTP has been instrumental in the technical design, engineering development, operational deployment, and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience, expertise, and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements, develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.
At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP), we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals, but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values, the foundation we built around them, and the Partners we become along the way.
That's why our pay is competitive, our missions are critical, and our benefits
represent what matters most to CTP: Our People.
Salary Range Transparency
At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.
How We Determine Salary Ranges
Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:
- Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
- Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
- Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
- Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards.
- Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.
Really good benefits, for really GREAT people:
From our CTP Family to yours, we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you, not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where you're going, together.
Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.
Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors.
CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!
Columbia Technology Partners https://ctpweb.isolvedhire.com
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