Software Engineer I
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Software Engineer I supporting a DoD prime contract, focusing on containerizing services for Kubernetes, building CI/CD pipelines, and managing Infrastructure as Code while maintaining and enhancing software for government and industry partners.
About this role
Your Mission:
As part of our development team, you’ll support critical software and services while contributing to an exciting system re-architecture. You’ll work on containerizing services for Kubernetes, building CI/CD pipelines, and leveraging Infrastructure as Code.
You Will Excel in This Role If You Are:
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A Collaborative Innovator: You thrive in team environments, consistently demonstrating core values like integrity, respect, and accountability while contributing to team success.
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Technically Versatile: You possess a foundational understanding of the software development lifecycle and the tools of the trade, with experience spanning multiple operating systems, programming languages, and development frameworks.
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A Problem Solver: You are adept at troubleshooting, analyzing trade-offs, and implementing solutions that address complex challenges.
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Driven by Excellence: You take ownership of your work, ensuring quality through best practices, sound problem-solving techniques, and strong communication skills.
A Day in the Life:
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Development and Support: Maintain and enhance existing software while designing and implementing new solutions for customers.
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System Re-Architecture: Participate in containerizing services for Kubernetes deployment across multiple networks.
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CI/CD Expansion: Build and improve CI/CD pipelines to support containerized services and manage Infrastructure as Code.
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Technical Contributions: Perform software development tasks, scripting on Linux platforms, and database management.
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Collaboration and Documentation: Work closely with team members and stakeholders, providing written technical documentation and offering end-user support.
Must Haves:
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Active or inactive (out of access less than two years) TS/SCI with a polygraph clearance
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Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with two years of experience or
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High School education with six years of experience
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Minimum of two years in an Intelligence Community environment.
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Proficiency in at least one programming language.
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Scripting experience (e.g., Bash, Python) on Linux platforms.
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Experience with relational or non-relational databases.
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Deployment and management experience with Linux-based systems.
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Problem-Solving: Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve complex problems.
Nice to Haves:
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AWS certification or Security+ certification.
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Relevant IT discipline certifications (e.g., Java, .NET, Hadoop, Spring).
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Relevant experience with Kubernetes and adjacent tools like FluxCD for managing deployments.
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Relevant experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) including Terraform/Terragrunt or Ansible.
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Independent and Collaborative Worker: Ability to function effectively both independently and in team settings.
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