Expert Software Engineer

Amentum; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 197,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking experienced software developers to support the Geospatial Enterprise Open Data Store (GEODS) contract in Springfield, Virginia. The role requires extensive knowledge of AWS, Python development, and CI/CD practices. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree and significant experience in relevant fields. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $197,000 to $218,000, as well as comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with AWS service orchestration and maintenance.
• 6 years of experience in software development using Agile methodologies.
• 6 years of coding experience in Python or another language.
• 6 years of experience with CI/CD using GitLab.
• 6 years of experience with Infrastructure as Code tools.
• 6 years of experience with Container technologies.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of the software development life cycle.
• Write efficient and maintainable code.
• Support formal testing and resolution of defects.
• Guide junior developers and conduct code reviews.

Skills

AWS

Python

DevSecOps

CI/CD

Infrastructure as Code

Docker

Kubernetes

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate's degree

Tools

GitLab

Terraform

Jira

Confluence

Job description

The Geospatial Enterprise Open Data Store (GEODS) contract provides integration, design, development, and sustainment for data services in support of the Federal Government.

Regularly, developers on GEODS are involved in designing and implementing new custom features that solve unique problems as well as updating and optimizing legacy features. Each developer has the opportunity to design and implement noticeable and impactful changes to the system as a whole.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8 to 5 core hours

Essential Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of the software development life cycle
• Write well-designed, testable, efficient, and maintainable code
• Ensure designs follow specifications approved by customer
• Contribute to planning and prioritization of work for future Program Increments
• Recommend changes to improve established application and organizational processes
• Prepare and produce releases of software components
• Support formal testing and resolution of defects
• Provide technical support and consultation for application and infrastructure defects and questions
• Guide and lead junior/mid-level developers, including completing code reviews

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• At least 3 years of demonstrated experience with AWS, including but not limited to Service orchestration, deployment, and maintenance.
• At least 6 years demonstrated experience with software development using SAFe or similar Agile methodologies, to include working with Scrum Masters and/or Product Owners to decompose high level requirements into actionable user stories.
• At least 6 years of demonstrated experience coding in Python or another language.
• At least 6 years of demonstrated experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD, specifically utilizing GitLab or similar Git repository.
• At least 6 years of demonstrated experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) such as Terraform, CDK, or other.
• At least 6 years of demonstrated experience with Container and Orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
• Ability to clearly communicate, verbally and in writing, complex technical concepts and challenges/obstacles in a clear and direct manner.

Security Clearance Required

TS/SCI with CI POLY

Minimum Education

Master’s degree plus 4 years of experience, bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of experience, associate's degree plus 12 years of experience, or a minimum of 15 years of experience, in relevant field.

Minimum Years of Experience

Master’s degree plus 4 years of experience, bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of experience, associate's degree plus 12 years of experience, or a minimum of 15 years of experience, in relevant field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cloud certification(s), preferably from AWS, OCI or Google Cloud
• Experience with API design
• Experience with Multi Cloud Service Development and Coordination
• Familiarity with AI/ML, specifically Amazon SageMaker
• Familiarity with front-end development
• Experience with Atlassian suite, specifically Jira and Confluence
• Previous NGA experience

Other Responsibilities

Safety

Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self‑aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance

Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Compensation Details

US: $197,000 - $218,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.