Cloud (Google) Software Engineer

Quadrant Inc

Sterling, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
LOCATION
Sterling, VA
POSTED
6 days ago
Cloud (Google) Software Engineer
Sterling, VA (hybrid)
Salary From: $150,000 per year


MUST:
Experienced Cloud (Google) Software Engineer
8+ years of cloud software engineering experience (4+ supporting defense, intelligence, or government programs)
Proficiency in Python, Java, C++, Go, or Rust (multi-language experience preferred)
Experience deploying full-stack and data solutions in cloud environments (GCP strongly preferred)
Expertise in containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, K3s, etc.)
Strong understanding of secure software development and DoD cybersecurity frameworks
Experience with ITAR-controlled or export-regulated programs
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (active preferred)
A hungry mindset: you take ownership, push for better solutions, and thrive in fast-moving environments
A humble approach: you collaborate effectively, value team success, and remain open to learning
A smart perspective: you combine technical depth with strong judgment and communication
Experience with UAS, autonomous systems, or aerospace (highly preferred)
Background in DoD rapid acquisition, OTAs, or SBIR programs
MLOps experience and deploying ML models at the edge
Experience with air-gapped CI/CD environments
Candidates must hold Google Cloud certifications or demonstrate a commitment to obtaining any missing certifications within an agreed timeframe following hire
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

DUTIES:
Cloud Software Engineer to help build the scalable, secure cloud backbone powering our AI-enabled drone platforms.
This role sits at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, data engineering, and applied AIsupporting everything from edge-deployed flight systems to enterprise applications and internal tooling.
Design and implement cloud data infrastructure (BigQuery, GCS, or equivalent), including schema design, governance, and pipeline automation
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, including for resource-constrained or air-gapped environments
Develop and integrate AI/ML pipelines (e.g., Vertex AI, MLflow) and data versioning systems
Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code and contribute to code reviews and engineering best practices
Develop software aligned with DoD security requirements (RMF, STIG, SSDLC practices)
Support ATO processes and implement required security controls
Ensure compliance with ITAR and export control regulations
Participate in security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and testing
Operate effectively in classified or restricted environments as needed
Develop and execute unit, integration, and system-level tests
Support HIL/SIL testing and troubleshoot complex system issues across lab and field environments
Partner with AI, hardware, autonomy, and systems teams to define and deliver solutions
Contribute to architecture decisions and technical roadmap planning
Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering excellence
Engage with government stakeholders to translate mission needs into technical solutions
Support proposal efforts and technical solution design

Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act.

About the Company

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Quadrant Inc

Quadrant is a full-life cycle staff augmentation agency providing a proven "rapid fire" approach in responding to the needs of our clients. Quadrant offers a comprehensive suite of staffing solutions for organizations in the Healthcare, Medical, Dental, Information Technology, HR and Government contract sectors.

Our clients have come to include some of the largest and most recognized brand named companies in the Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD metropolitan regions. Quadrant is a DOD TOP Secret cleared facility and holds a Maryland Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Virginia SWaM certification. Quadrant's clients are rapidly hiring a mix of healthcare, medical, dental, information technology, recruiting and HR professionals.

Quadrant is recognized as the largest Healthcare Staffing agency in the Washington DC area. We support every major healthcare system and thousands of area healthcare practices. Our healthcare division focuses on all clinical and nonclinical staff with the exception of physicians. Our database boasts hundreds of thousands of local screened healthcare professionals; the largest in the area. Our resources enable us to respond to our clients requests quickly, generally within 24 hours of request on mainstream orders.

Our Information Technology clients support a broad mix of commercial and federal government agencies. Our clients include government contractors who support projects with federal agencies such as U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Institutes of Health(NIH), U.S. Customs and Border Patrol, FDA, FBI, USPTO, DHS, DHHS, DOD, DOJ, DOE, DISA, and USPS. In addition to our federal portfolio, Quadrant also supports a range of commercial clients focusing in software, telecom, mobile, web and healthcare development.

Whether you are a job seeker or a company with open positions to fill we will bridge the talent gap. Contact any of our seasoned professional recruiters or account managers and we will walk you through our proven staffing methodology. We offer a consultative approach to both potential employee and employer. We seek the right match, at the right time, every time.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
2017
WEBSITE
http://www.quadrantinc.com/