ME00614-Cloud Software Engineer 3

Job Summary

• Seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Software Engineer to support a team within a large-scale, mission-critical cloud computing environment
• The successful candidate will contribute to all phases of the Agile software development lifecycle, designing, developing, integrating, testing, deploying, and sustaining cloud-native applications supporting enterprise data platforms and large compute clusters
• This position requires a technical leader capable of independently designing scalable cloud solutions, integrating Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government-Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) technologies, optimizing system performance, and mentoring junior engineers
• The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in Java development, cloud engineering, containerization, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevSecOps, and Linux-based enterprise environments supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) missions

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, test, deploy, and sustain cloud-native software applications supporting large-scale enterprise compute environments
• Perform requirements analysis, software architecture, technical design, implementation, integration, testing, deployment, maintenance, and operational sustainment
• Design and implement scalable software solutions, including integration and extension of Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government-Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) products
• Develop high-performance Java applications supporting distributed systems, networking, and multithreaded processing
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex software, infrastructure, and system integration issues while optimizing performance and reliability
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible or Puppet to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration
• Design, implement, and support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, software deployments, monitoring, and release management
• Develop and maintain containerized applications utilizing Docker and Kubernetes within microservices-based architectures
• Create and execute software integration, system, and acceptance test plans, procedures, and test scripts.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical documentation, design artifacts, and implementation guides
• Review software architectures and technical designs to ensure accuracy, completeness, scalability, maintainability, and security
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior software engineers and development teams
• Participate in project planning activities, including task estimation, technical planning, scheduling, and risk identification
• Participate in a rotating Tier III on-call support schedule and provide surge support during high-priority operational events
• Support software modernization initiatives while maintaining operational continuity and mission readiness

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, including Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related field
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in software development and engineering, including:
  • Requirements analysis
  • Software design and development
  • Software integration
  • Testing and validation
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience developing applications using Java, C, or C++
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in UNIX/Linux (Red Hat-based) environments
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience performing software integration and testing, including development of test plans and test scripts
• Strong Java development experience supporting distributed systems, networking, and multithreaded applications
• Experience developing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible, Puppet, or comparable automation frameworks
• Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines supporting automated testing, deployment, monitoring, and continuous delivery
• Experience working within Agile software development environments utilizing modern source control and collaborative development practices
• Strong Linux administration skills and proficiency in one or more scripting languages such as Python, Bash, Ruby, or Perl
• Experience developing microservices and containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Willingness to participate in a rotating Tier III on-call schedule and support surge operational requirements
• Ability to work primarily onsite at the customer location with limited situational telework.
• Candidates must possess one of the following certifications prior to employment. Certification will be verified during the interview or offer process
• • AWS Certified Developer – Associate
  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
  • Hadoop Developer Certification

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting enterprise data platforms utilizing Apache Hadoop
• Experience with Apache Accumulo, Apache NiFi, and enterprise data processing frameworks
• Experience with MongoDB, ActiveMQ, or similar messaging technologies
• Experience developing applications using the Spring Framework
• Experience with Python and Bash scripting for automation and operational support
• Knowledge of secure software development practices, cybersecurity principles, and compliance requirements
• Experience supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), hybrid cloud environments, and cloud-native architectures
• Experience optimizing distributed applications supporting large-scale data processing environments
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring, logging, and observability solutions

Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.