Software Engineer

Visionist Inc; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 187,000 - 264,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increases & performance‑f

4 weeks paid time off

12 paid holidays

Parental leave

Medical, dental, & vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company

Lifestyle bonus

Life insurance & disability

Job summary

Visionist, Inc. in Columbia, MD, seeks a Software Engineer with TS/SCI and a Polygraph to join our prime contract team on mission-critical software and AI workflows.

You will help design complex systems and deploy secure AWS infrastructure while collaborating with government partners. The role requires 12+ years of software engineering experience, deep Kubernetes/Rancher expertise, Python proficiency, Linux troubleshooting, and enterprise CI/CD discipline, with opportunities for growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (or 4 extra years of experience).
• 12 years of Software Engineering experience.
• Kubernetes and Rancher experience at architectural level.
• Advanced Python development for applications and systems engineering.
• Linux development and troubleshooting expertise.
• Knowledge of Git workflows and enterprise CI/CD architecture.
• Experience leading technical initiatives with autonomy.
• Experience using AI to design, develop, and implement complex software architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design complex systems and implement architectural improvements to support mission goals and optimize infrastructure components
• Lead the development of agentic AI workflows, including management of the internal marketplace and plugin ecosystem
• Utilize Terraform to architect and deploy large-scale, government-aligned AWS infrastructure
• Create automated triage systems spanning the full lifecycle, from metric discovery to automated code analysis
• Collaborate with external teams to understand complex requirements, deliver solutions, and maintain strong professional relationships
• Develop high-performance Python applications to support agentic data processing and advanced AI integration

Skills

Kubernetes

Python

Linux

Git workflows

CI/CD

AI in software design

System design

AWS

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Rancher

Terraform

Job description

Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) Clearance With Polygraph Is Required.

Visionist has an exciting new, fully FUNDED opportunity for a Software Engineer on our largest PRIME contract.

Our team of Analysts and Engineers is motivated by the direct impact on the mission, crafting specialized tools for enhanced efficiency and quick iterations for our operations user base. Seeing your tools in real-time action brings immediate gratification. This premier program encompasses traditional software services including Systems Design and Engineering, Database Administration, Data Science and Knowledge Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Integration and Test, as well as Operations and Systems Support. The program is characterized by innovation and excitement, fostering meaningful engagements, and offering distinctive collaboration opportunities with users, policy makers, and mission leadership, all while maintaining a service mindset. If you thrive in a collaborative work environment and enjoy utilizing a diverse tech stack, then this opportunity is tailor‑made for you!

For over 15 years, Visionist has been solving the Intelligence Community's toughest software and analysis challenges. We embed small engineering teams with analysts to rapidly identify and solve mission capability gaps playing a critical role in defending our nation’s cyber infrastructure & providing expertise in malware analysis, attribution, mapping adversarial infrastructure, pen testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture, where internal growth and promotion opportunities are the norm. Don’t just take our word for it—check out our 4.8-star review on Glassdoor. Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs and more. Check us out at www.visionistinc.com.

Your contributions are…

• Design complex systems and implement architectural improvements to support mission goals and optimize infrastructure components
• Lead the development of agentic AI workflows, including management of the internal marketplace and plugin ecosystem
• Utilize Terraform to architect and deploy large-scale, government-aligned AWS infrastructure
• Create automated triage systems spanning the full lifecycle, from metric discovery to automated code analysis
• Collaborate with external teams to understand complex requirements, deliver solutions, and maintain strong professional relationships
• Develop high-performance Python applications to support agentic data processing and advanced AI integration

Requirements For Your New Career…

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. (Additional 4 years of experience may substitute)
• 12 years of experience in Software Engineering
• Experience with Kubernetes and Rancher at an architectural and organizational level
• Knowledge of advanced Python development for application and systems engineering
• Experience with Linux development and advanced troubleshooting in Linux environments
• Knowledge of advanced Git workflows and enterprise-scale CI/CD architecture
• Experience with system design and leading technical initiatives with a high degree of autonomy
• Experience using AI to design, develop, and implement complex software and system architectures

Benefits of becoming a Visionist:

Your New Career

• Annual merit increases & performance-based bonuses
• 4 weeks paid time off that is never “use or lose”, 12 paid holidays, comp time, overtime, AND flexible work hours
• 80 hours of paid parental leave with an additional $8,000 supplemental payment upon returning from maternity
• Medical, dental, & vision benefits for both individuals and families (those who waive medical benefits will receive an additional $4,160/year)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Annual lifestyle bonus of $600 – use it towards gyms/fitness, new tech, or your HSA!
• Term life insurance, short-term disability, & long-term disability

Salary range:

$187,000 - $264,000

Disclaimer:

Salary for this position, along with additional compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process, considering various factors such as years of experience, skills, education/certifications, contract specifications, market conditions, etc.

U.S citizenship required (green card holders and permanent residents are not eligible). Applicants selected will be required to obtain / maintain a government security clearance.

Visionist, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities employer.