Senior Software Engineer – Streaming Data Applications

General Atomics Integrated Intelligence; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 116,480 - 208,505; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design and maintain JVM-based applications for streaming data. This role involves developing systems within Kubernetes and leading development teams. Candidates should have significant experience in software development, particularly in JVM languages, and the ability to work in classified settings. Active security clearance preferred. The position offers a competitive salary and is full-time.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of software development experience with a BA, 7+ years with an MS, or 4+ years with a PhD.
• Strong experience in developing JVM-based applications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement JVM-based applications for streaming data.
• Develop containerized services in Kubernetes.
• Lead team activities and mentor junior developers.
• Drive CI/CD pipelines using GitLab.
• Test software in classified environments.
• Travel to customer sites for updates and feedback.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

Scala

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Mentoring

Streaming data technologies

Agile practices

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

Senior Software Engineer – Streaming Data Applications at General Atomics Integrated Intelligence (GA-I3). This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining JVM-based applications for ingesting, processing, storing, analyzing, visualizing, and disseminating streaming data within Kubernetes environments. Responsibilities include implementing automated pipelines using GitLab CI/CD with deployments validated in classified environments.

We build and deploy production solutions for the Intelligence Community, DoD, and commercial industry, processing petabytes of data from numerous streaming sources in near real time to provide a live, contextual view of objects and activity. The candidate may mentor junior developers, lead mob programming sessions and small development teams, and participate in site visits to deploy updates and gather user feedback for future releases.

Active or attainable security clearance is strongly preferred.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement JVM-based applications that ingest, process, store, analyze, visualize, and disseminate streaming data.
• Develop and operate containerized services in Kubernetes to ensure scalability, resilience, and efficiency.
• Lead team activities such as mob programming and small team sprints; coach and mentor junior developers.
• Drive CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD to enable frequent, reliable releases.
• Test and validate software in classified environments to ensure security and performance.
• Travel to customer sites to deploy updates, gather feedback, elicit requirements, and plan future releases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in computer science, information systems, or related discipline with progressively responsible software development experience (typical: 9+ years with a BA, 7+ years with a MS, or 4+ years with a PhD).
• Strong experience developing JVM-based applications (Java, Kotlin, or Scala).
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and cloud-native microservice architectures.
• Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, ideally GitLab.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and mentor developers.
• Experience with streaming data technologies and visualization tools.
• Ability to test, troubleshoot, and deliver in classified or secure environments.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to interact directly with customers, including onsite visits.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Background in distributed systems, data engineering, or DevSecOps.
• Familiarity with agile development practices and mob/ensemble programming.

Salary

$116,480 - $208,505

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Research Services