Software Engineer

The Josef Group; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

The Josef Group in Springfield, VA is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to design, develop, deploy, and maintain enterprise DoD software systems. This role requires hands-on coding, strong problem-solving, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You will work in a DevSecOps environment using GitLab and Jira, deploy containerized apps with Kubernetes/OpenShift, and script in Bash and Python on Linux. Agile practices and thorough documentation are expected.

Qualifications

• BS degree in CS, Engineering, or related STEM field.
• 4–6+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Experience with enterprise DoD-style software.
• Experience in DevSecOps with GitLab and Jira.
• Hands-on with Kubernetes or OpenShift.
• Proficient in Linux command-line and Python.
• Experience with Agile development.
• Ability to create software architecture and data-flow diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise software for DoD missions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Design scalable, reliable, secure software architectures.
• Support DevSecOps processes using GitLab and Jira.
• Deploy and maintain containerized apps with Kubernetes/OpenShift.
• Work in Linux environments; use Bash and Python scripting.
• Create system architecture and data-flow diagrams; document.
• Participate in Agile sprint planning, reviews, and continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot and optimize performance.

Skills

DevSecOps

GitLab

Jira

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Linux CLI

Bash scripting

Python

Agile

System design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

OpenShift

GitLab

Jira

Job description

Location: Springfield
Salary: $165,000–$195,000
Clearance: Active TS/SCI or SSBI/Tier 5 Investigation | Polygraph Desired

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise-level software applications supporting critical Department of Defense (DoD) missions.

This position requires hands-on software development experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

Collaborate with engineering teams to design scalable, reliable, and secure software architectures.

Support DevSecOps processes using GitLab, Jira, and automated development workflows.

Deploy and maintain containerized applications using Kubernetes or OpenShift.

Work within Linux environments, leveraging command-line tools, Bash, and Python scripting.

Develop and maintain system architecture diagrams, data-flow diagrams, and technical documentation.

Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement.

Troubleshoot software issues, optimize application performance, and implement enhancements.

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance, supported by an SSBI or Tier 5 investigation.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related STEM discipline.

4–6+ years of professional software engineering experience designing, developing, deploying, and supporting enterprise applications.

Experience enhancing, modernizing, and maintaining existing software applications.

Experience working in DevSecOps environments using GitLab and Jira.

Hands-on experience with Kubernetes or OpenShift.

Proficiency with Linux command-line environments, Bash scripting, and Python automation.

Experience working within Agile software development methodologies.

Ability to create and interpret software architecture and data-flow diagrams.