Cloud Engineer (Software Engineer) (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

GCI, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 187,000 - 318,000; Full time

Job summary

GCI, Inc. is seeking a Cloud Engineer (Software Engineer) in Herndon, VA. The role requires designing, developing, and deploying modular cloud systems, with experience in Java, Python, C++, or Ruby and strong DevOps skills.

Responsibilities include working with AWS services, Docker, Ansible, and CI/CD tools within an Agile Scrum environment. U.S. citizenship and TS/SCI with Poly clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Design, develop, and deploy modular cloud-based systems.
• Proficient in Java, Python, C++, or Ruby.
• Experience with AWS services (S3, RDS, EC2, ECS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, CloudFormation).
• DevOps tooling: Docker, Ansible; CI/CD with GitHub/Jenkins.
• Strong background in open-source tech and system engineering.
• Experience with Agile Scrum development.
• Understand RESTful web services and API integration.
• US citizenship and TS/SCI with Poly clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy modular cloud-based systems.
• Develop software using Java, Python, C++, or Ruby.
• Use DevOps tools: AWS, Docker, Ansible.
• Collaborate with Agile Scrum teams to deliver features.
• Interact with clients and provide cloud support and guidance.

Skills

Cloud design

Java

Python

C++

Ruby

AWS

Docker

Ansible

GitHub

Jenkins

Agile Scrum

REST APIs

Client interaction

Education

BA/BS or better

Tools

AWS

Docker

Ansible

GitHub

Jenkins

Job description

Cloud Engineer (Software Engineer) (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

Job Category: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Requisition Number: CLOUD002359

• Posted : November 3, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Salary Range : $187,179.20 USD to $318,198.40 USD

Locations

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Herndon
Herndon, VA, USA

Description

GCI embodies excellence, integrity and professionalism. The employees supporting our customers deliver unique, high-value mission solutions while effectively leverage the technological expertise of our valued workforce to meet critical mission requirements in the areas of Data Analytics and Software Development, Engineering, Targeting and Analysis, Operations, Training, and Cyber Operations. We maximize opportunities for success by building and maintaining trusted and reliable partnerships with our customers and industry.

At GCI, we solve the hard problems. As a Cloud Engineer (Software Engineer), a typical day will include the following duties:

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to design, develop, and deploy modular cloud-based systems.
• Experience in developing software using languages such as Java, Python, C++ or Ruby.
• Excellent programming skills to ensure the proper interpretation and implementation of code.
• Experience with DevOps/Platforms: Amazon Web Services (S3, RDS, EC2, ECS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, CloudFormation, etc.), Docker, Ansible.
• Documented experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing DevOps tools, such as GitHub and Jenkins, to enable continuous integration and continuous delivery.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve infrastructure vulnerabilities and application deployment issues.
• Regularly review existing systems and make recommendations for improvements and cost efficiencies.
• Develop and maintain cloud solutions in accordance with customer best practices and guidance.
• Demonstrated experience working with Agile Scrum based development team.
• Interact with clients, provide cloud support, and make recommendations based on customer needs.
• Strong understanding of web services, API, REST.
• Demonstrated experience working with Agile Scrum based development team.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Familiar with Assessment & Authorization process and associated artifact collection process.
• Able to troubleshoot and support COTS and GOTS applications within a Windows/Azure hosted environment.

*A candidate must be a US Citizen and requires an active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Education

BA/BS or better.

Experience

15 years: Demonstrated work related experience.

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