Software Engineer III (Automation & Platform Engineering)

Software Engineer III (Automation & Platform Engineering)

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Required

Position Overview

The Software Engineer will support mission-critical software development and system management with a focus on automation, efficiency, and platform reliability. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and implementing automation opportunities across day-to-day operations, including monitoring, dataflow optimization, and system processes. The engineer will collaborate with stakeholders to define data handling requirements and deliver scalable, production-ready solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software solutions supporting mission systems and platform operations
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve operational efficiency
• Design and enhance monitoring and observability solutions
• Automate dataflow processes through development of new tools and enhancements
• Improve system installation, configuration, and upgrade procedures
• Support stream and batch data processing workflows
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement data handling requirements
• Integrate solutions within CI/CD pipelines and containerized environments

Minimum Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
  • Substitution: Nine (9) years of Software Engineering experience on similar projects may be substituted for a bachelor's degree
• Seven (7) years of Software Engineering experience
  • Alternative: Nine (9) years of experience without a degree

Required Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Linux CLI and standard Linux tools
• Experience writing scripts using Shell, Bash, and Python
• Extensive software development experience with Java and Python
• Experience with stream and batch big data processing systems
• Familiarity with CI/CD principles and tools (e.g., GitLab CI)
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with Apache NiFi

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence)
• Familiarity with AWS cloud services and infrastructure
• Experience improving system observability and monitoring frameworks

Benefits and Compensation:

Health and Insurance Coverage:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees and eligible dependents.
• Employer-paid premiums for select high-quality medical plans, with additional plan options available to meet varying needs.
• Employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage available for employees and eligible dependents.

Retirement Benefits:

• Employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan equal to 10% of salary each pay period.
• No employee contribution required to receive employer contributions.
• Immediate vesting of employer contributions upon hire.

Incentives and Bonuses:

• Employee referral bonus program, including initial and retention incentives.
• Annual performance-based bonus eligibility.

Leave and Work-Life Balance:

• Four (4) weeks of paid annual leave.
• Eleven (11) paid federal holidays, with flexible scheduling options where permitted.
• Telework opportunities based on role and contract requirements.
• Additional administrative leave for inclement weather or operational disruptions where telework is not feasible.
• Bereavement leave for immediate family members.
• Parental leave for birth or adoption, with potential eligibility for short-term disability benefits.

Professional Development:

• Annual education reimbursement (up to $5,250) for accredited degree programs relevant to job responsibilities.
• Additional funding for professional development, including training, certifications, and industry conferences.

Equipment and Allowances:

• Reimbursement (up to $1,000 every two years) for home office and technical equipment.
• Annual allowance for professional apparel and related items.

Wellness and Employee Support:

• Monthly wellness stipend to support fitness memberships, programs, equipment, or recreational activities.
• Access to programs and resources supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Recognition and Culture:

• Formal employee recognition program with opportunities for awards and incentives.
• Participation in employee engagement initiatives, team events, and organizational activities designed to promote collaboration and workplace satisfaction.

Additional Information:

• Candidates may be required to complete technical assessments as part of the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.