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Description:

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Systems Software Engineer to help solve some of the most challenging performance and scalability problems in a mission-critical environment.

In this role, you'll be forward deployed with a performance engineering team to develop software solutions, build automation, and create tools that provide deep visibility into system and network performance. You'll be involved in everything from analyzing complex datasets and identifying bottlenecks to developing reporting capabilities and automating workflows that improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
This is an ideal opportunity for engineers who enjoy being hands-on, working closely with users, and seeing the direct impact of their work. If you're passionate about software development, automation, data analysis, and solving real-world technical challenges, you'll find plenty of opportunities to learn, innovate, and make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain software tools used to monitor, analyze, and report on system performance.
• Create scripts and automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Analyze network and system data to identify trends, performance issues, and optimization opportunities.
• Work directly with users and technical teams to understand challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Support integration, testing, deployment, and maintenance of software in Linux-based environments.
• Troubleshoot complex system, application, and performance-related issues.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations that provide actionable insights.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of monitoring, automation, and performance engineering capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, integration, DevOps, or a related discipline.
• Strong scripting or programming experience using languages such as Python, Bash, C, C++, Java, or similar.
• Experience working in Linux environments and troubleshooting complex technical issues.
• Familiarity with automation, performance analysis, system monitoring, or network analysis concepts.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers, administrators, and mission stakeholders.

What You'll Love About This Role:

• Build tools that directly influence mission performance and operational success.
• Work alongside experienced engineers solving complex technical challenges.
• Tackle a mix of software development, automation, systems engineering, and data analysis.
• Gain exposure to large-scale, high-performance computing and enterprise environments.
• Enjoy meaningful technical ownership and the opportunity to shape solutions from concept to deployment.
• Grow your skills while working on technologies that matter.

Why Columbia Technology Partners?

At CTP, we believe great engineers thrive when they're trusted to innovate, collaborate, and solve difficult problems. We foster a culture that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and mission impact. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions are visible, and your work supports some of the most important challenges in the industry.

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 IAT Level II Certification (or equivalent)

This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

About us:

Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is a 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; let's 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.

CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!