DevOps Software Engineer, Level 3

Independent Software; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Independent Software is seeking a DevOps Software Engineer Level 3 to support development, deployment, and administration of mission-critical satellite systems. The role blends software engineering, DevOps practices, and Kubernetes in a highly customer-facing environment.

You will work with cross-functional teams using C++ or Python, and contribute to automation, Linux, and GPU technologies while ensuring systems meet operational requirements and security standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline with extensive software engineering experience.
• Twenty-four years of relevant software engineering experience may substitute for the degree.
• Experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and sustain mission-critical software and infrastructure solutions.
• Develop software and automation using C++ and/or Python.
• Design, deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Kubernetes environments.
• Support containerized applications, cluster networking, storage, monitoring, and security.
• Automate system configuration and deployment using Ansible, Bash, Python, and Git-based workflows.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and secure Linux environments, including RHEL and Rocky Linux.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, GitOps workflows, and automated testing.
• Troubleshoot networking, software, infrastructure, and deployment issues; collaborate with customers and engineering teams.
• Support GPU technologies and satellite/RF-related applications.

Skills

Software engineering

C++

Python

Linux administration

Kubernetes

DevOps

CI/CD

Automation

Ansible

Git workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

24 years of relevant software engineering experience substituted for degree

Tools

Kubernetes

Ansible

Git

RKE2

Job description

What You Will Do

At Independent Software, as a DevOps Software Engineer Level 3, you will support the development, deployment, and administration of complex mission-critical systems. This highly customer-facing role combines software engineering, DevOps, Kubernetes, Linux, and infrastructure automation in support of satellite communications systems.

You will work with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy solutions using C++ or Python, Kubernetes, GPU technologies, and modern DevOps practices while helping ensure systems meet operational and user requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and sustain mission-critical software and infrastructure solutions
• Develop software and automation using C++ and/or Python
• Design, deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Kubernetes environments
• Support containerized applications, cluster networking, storage, monitoring, and security
• Automate system configuration and deployment using Ansible, Bash, Python, and Git-based workflows
• Configure, troubleshoot, and secure Linux environments, including RHEL and Rocky Linux
• Support CI/CD pipelines, GitOps workflows, and automated testing
• Troubleshoot networking, software, infrastructure, and deployment issuesCollaborate directly with customers and engineering teams to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions
• Support GPU technologies and satellite/RF-related applications

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong Software Engineering and/or DevOps experience
• Development experience with C++ and/or Python
• Advanced Linux administration and troubleshooting experience
• Experience with Kubernetes and containerized applications
• Experience with DevOps, Git-based workflows, CI/CD, and automation
• Experience with Ansible and/or similar automation technologies
• Strong troubleshooting and customer-facing communication skills

Desired Skills

• Rancher and RKE2
• Kubernetes cluster design, lifecycle management, networking, storage, security, and high availability
• Helm and CNCF technologies
• CKA certification
• Ansible playbook and role development
• Bash, Go, YAML, and JSON
• GPU technologies
• Networking, including switching, routing, and VLANs
• PXE boot and automated OS deployment
• RF data processing, RF application development, and/or satellite communications experience

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline plus twenty (20) years of relevant Software Engineering experience; OR
• Twenty-four (24) years of relevant Software Engineering experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

Why Choose Independent Software:

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.

When you join us, you will:

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.