DevOps Software Engineer
$160k - $230k
Location:ย Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance Required:ย TS/SCI with Polygraph
Experience Level:ย 7+ years
Education:ย Bachelorโs Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Position Overview:
Joinย our clientย as aย Software Engineer, where you'll play a vital role in delivering software development, integration, testing, and DevOps solutions across a range ofย High Performance Data Analytics (HPDA) Compute Platformย activities. This position offers the opportunity to work with emerging technologies and contribute to mission-critical projects in a secure, high-impact environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform Linux system operations using the command line, including package management
- Automate system administration tasks with Shell, Bash, or Python scripting
- Design and develop robust applications usingย Javaย andย Python
- Implement and manageย SQL databasesย including MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL
- Supportย CI/CD pipelinesย with GitLab CI and similar tools
- Applyย Infrastructure as Code (IaC)ย principles usingย Ansibleย to automate provisioning and configuration
- Install, configure, and maintainย COTS,ย GOTS, andย FOSSย software, particularly related to data processing frameworks
- Parse and transform structured and semi-structured data formats, including JSON, XML, CSV, TCLD, and Parquet
- Support integration and sustainment of solutions withinย cloudย andย HPCย environments
- Manage Linux-based systems, focusing on provisioning, storage, networking, and configuration management
- Develop and maintainย containerized applicationsย using Docker and deploy them in production Linux environments
- Useย Gitย for version control and collaborative development
- Develop, configure, and maintain large-scaleย Accumuloย database deployments
- Work withinย Agileย software development methodologies to deliver timely solutions
Required Qualifications:- Activeย TS/SCI with Polygraph
- Bachelorโs degree in a technical field plus 7+ years of relevant experience
- Proficiency with Linux system administration, scripting (Bash/Shell/Python), and automation tools
- Experience with containerization, CI/CD practices, and source control (Git)
- Strong background in Java and Python application development
- Familiarity with SQL databases, data transformation tools, and modern DevOps practices
- Ability to manage and troubleshoot large, distributed systems in production environments
Desired Skills:- Experience withย GPU acceleration frameworksย such as PyTorch
- Familiarity withย HPC workload managersย likeย Slurm
- Experience working withย machine learning frameworks
Our client offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth, while promoting a healthy work-life balance. Benefits include:
100% Employer-Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance โ Full coverage for employees
Zero Vesting 401(k) Plan with 10% Company Contribution โ Immediate access to all contributions
31 Days of Paid Time Off โ Includes vacation, personal time, and all federal holidays
Student Loan Repayment Assistance โ Helping you pay down your educational debt
Unlimited Certification & Training Support โ Invest in your professional development
Flexible Work Environment โ Remote work options and flexible scheduling available
Multiple Incentive Bonuses โ Performance-based rewards throughout the year
Exclusive Company Memberships โ Access to curated memberships and employee perks
This package reflects our clientโs commitment to empowering their employees with meaningful benefits and recognizing outstanding performance.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.