Senior Software Engineer (TS/SCI with Polygraph)

Red Alpha; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401k with match

25 days PTO (5 weeks)

Job summary

Red Alpha seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design, sustain, and troubleshoot complex data flows, storage, transport, and security for mission-critical environments.

You will work with the mission customer to clean, enrich, transform raw data, and implement reliable NiFi-based pipelines across platforms.

The role requires deep experience in Java, Python, Bash, NiFi, and a passion for robust data processing in a fast-paced setting, with a TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• 12+ years of software engineering experience.
• Strong Linux CLI and scripting (Bash/Python).
• Design and implement Java solutions, NiFi administration, and data flows.
• Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence).

Responsibilities

• Create, sustain and troubleshoot complex operational data flows.
• Process, transform, and enrich raw data into required formats.
• Improve reliability, distribution, and performance of data pipelines.
• Collaborate with mission customer to fulfill data security and compliance needs.

Skills

12+ years experience

BSCS or related

Linux CLI

Bash/Python scripting

Java development

Apache NiFi admin

NiFi data flows

JIRA/Confluence

TS/SCI with Poly

Education

Bachelors degree in CS or related field

Tools

Perl scripting

Apache NiFi

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

A day in the life:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to create, sustain and troubleshoot complex operational data flows including data storage, data transport, data management, data security, data compliance, and knowledge store management. In this role you will work with the mission customer to perform exploratory data analysis on raw data to clean, enrich, transform and convert the raw data into the required formats. The purpose of this role will be to devise methods to improve existing operational data flow processing, distribution, and reliability.

What you bring to the table:

• 12+ years of relevant experience as a Software Engineer
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or 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 writing scripts using Bash/Python
• Experience designing and implementing Java solutions
• Experience with Apache NiFi system administration
• Experience using Apache NiFi canvas to process and distribute data
• Experience creating, managing, and troubleshooting complex operational data flows
• Experience with Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
  
• Must possess an active US Government TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph

Bonus Skills:

• Experience with Corporate data flow processes and tools
• Experience with Corporate data security and compliance procedures and policies
• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and maintain Perl scripts and applications

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: $190,000 - $220,000.

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!