Platform Software Engineer

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 190,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO

11 paid holidays

Employer-paid healthcare (day 1)

8% 401(k) employer match

Job summary

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc. is actively seeking a software engineer with TS/SCI clearance and polygraph for on-site work.

The role involves designing, coding, and integrating high-performance software across diverse environments, plus building data interfaces and executing repository queries. The position requires Security+ certification, 12 years IT experience or a degree with 8 years substitute, and strong DevOps skills (Go, Ansible, Terraform).

Qualifications

• Understanding of VMware vSphere vCenter, vSphere API and related services.
• Understanding of Amazon AWS EC2, EC2 API and related services.
• Understanding of advanced Kubernetes performance tuning and troubleshooting for services.
• DevOps skills in Go, Ansible and Terraform (IaC).
• Hands-on experience with Sidero Labs Talos-based Kubernetes platform.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and modify software to add features, implement high-performance algorithms, and integrate applications into diverse operating environments.
• Design and implement complex data interfaces and execute queries for existing or proposed repositories to ensure data accessibility and system functionality.
• Analyze work processes and system performance to develop technical solutions and provide recommendations for improving development standards.
• Write and review technical documentation while assisting in the development and execution of comprehensive software test procedures.

Skills

Security+ Cert

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

8 additional years of IT experience may substitute for a degree

Tools

VMware vSphere/vCenter

AWS EC2

Kubernetes

Go

Ansible

Terraform (IaC)

Sidero Labs Talos Kubernetes

Job description

Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED** Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.

Telework: None

Basic Requirements

• Security+ Cert
• 12 years of experience in the Information Technology field
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
  • 8 additional years of experience in the Information Technology field may be substituted for a degree

Job Description

• Design, code, and modify software to add features, implement high-performance algorithms, and integrate applications into diverse operating environments.
• Design and implement complex data interfaces and execute queries for existing or proposed repositories to ensure data accessibility and system functionality.
• Analyze work processes and system performance to develop technical solutions and provide recommendations for improving development standards.
• Write and review technical documentation while assisting in the development and execution of comprehensive software test procedures.

Required Experience

• Understanding of VMware vSphere vCenter, vSphere API and related services
• Understanding of Amazon AWS EC2, EC2 API and related services
• Understanding of advanced Kubernetes performance tuning and troubleshooting for services
• DevOps skills in Go, Ansible and Terraform (IaC)
• Hands-on experience with Sidero Labs Talos-based Kubernetes platform

Salary: $190,000 - $200,000 annually

Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer‑paid healthcare for employees and dependents – available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match – immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position