Python Software Engineer (TS/SCI with Polygraph)

Red Alpha; Maryland; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to 10% contributions

5 weeks of personal time off

100% premiums for health insurance

$5250 per year for education

Company branded merchandise allowance

Fun company events throughout the year

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm in Maryland is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and troubleshoot a comprehensive suite of applications. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, and proficiency in technologies such as Python, Rust, and Kubernetes. This position demands a US Government TS/SCI security clearance and offers a competitive salary between $150,000 and $200,000, along with robust benefits including health insurance and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience as a Software Engineer.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Rust programming concepts or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Develop, sustain, and troubleshoot a suite of applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for scalable solutions.
• Resolve technical issues and enhance system performance.

Skills

Software Engineering

Linux CLI

Python 3.x

Bash Scripting

Rust Programming

NoSQL (MongoDB)

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Active TS/SCI Clearance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Tools

GitLab CI

Ansible

Helm

RabbitMQ

PostgreSQL

Jira

Confluence

Job description

A day in the life:

We are seeking a Software Engineer to develop, sustain, and troubleshoot a software suite of applications and future capabilities as mission needs evolve. This role spans the full software development lifecycle including design, implementation, testing, deployment and ongoing support.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions and integrate with COTS, GOTS, and FOSS products, packages, and libraries. Responsibilities also include resolving technical issues, supporting system enhancements, and continuing to improve performance and interoperability.

What you bring to the table:

• 7+ years of relevant experience as a Software Engineer
• A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution. Four (4) additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience using the Linux CLI and Tools
• Experience developing scripts using Bash
• Recent Python (3.x) software development experience
• Experience with Rust programming concepts, or a willingness and aptitude to learn Rust
• Experience with NoSQL databases including MongoDB
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and containerd
• Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes
• Experience creating Helm Charts to deploy containerized services on Kubernetes
• Familiar with Messaging Frameworks including RabbitMQ
• Familiar with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI
• Familiar with IaC principles, methodologies, and tools such as Ansible
• Experience using Git Source Control System
• An active US Government TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph

Bonus Skills:

• Experience with SQL databases including PostgreSQL
• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and Confluence

The total package:

Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/ disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit our benefits tab for additional information.

Salary Range: Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself. Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is: $150,000 - $200,000.

Some of our additional perks and benefits include:

• Retire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.
• Have a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
• Stay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forge free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
• Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
• Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.
• Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!

Every day, our elite customers are pushing through "the grind" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as we bring digital transformation to the fight!