Software Engineer

GRVTY; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401k with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Award programs

Company events

Job summary

GRVTY seeks a Software Engineer with 5+ years of backend experience to build, integrate, and deploy reliable backend services, data pipelines, and core software components. You will own features end-to-end, from design and coding to automated testing, containerization, and production support.

You’ll package applications with Docker, deploy to Kubernetes with Helm, and work in CI/CD pipelines. A TS clearance and a STEM degree are required, with a focus on secure, scalable systems.

Qualifications

• Active or current TS security clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of backend software engineering experience.
• Proficiency with Python and Bash scripting for automation.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and Redis for data management.
• Containerizing apps with Docker and deploying in Kubernetes (Helm).
• Git workflows and CI/CD integration with testing and security checks.
• Ability to deliver user stories in a complex codebase.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs in Python.
• Build reliable interfaces and data contracts between distributed services.
• Develop automated tests and ensure system resilience and data fidelity.
• Profile queries and workflows to optimize latency and throughput.
• Package apps with Docker and deploy to Kubernetes via Helm in CI/CD pipelines.
• Participate in sprint planning, standups, and code reviews; translate stories into production increments.

Skills

Python

Bash scripting

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

PostgreSQL

Redis

Git

Testing & QA

TS clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

PostgreSQL

Redis

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

Git

CI/CD tooling

Job description

What Impact You'll Have

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join our multi-team agile engineering program. In this hands-on role, you will build, integrate, and deploy reliable backend services, data pipelines, and core software components supporting mission-critical capabilities. As an individual contributor, you will independently own features throughout the software development lifecycle—from design collaboration and local coding to automated testing, containerized deployment, and production support.

What You'll Be Owning

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python. Deliver clean, modular, and maintainable code adhering to established team standards.
• Build and maintain reliable interfaces, data contracts, and integration points connecting distributed services, external systems, and event-driven data streams.
• Author automated unit, integration, and regression test suites to ensure system resilience and data fidelity. Troubleshoot and resolve defects across development and test environments.
• Profile application execution, database queries, and data workflows to identify bottlenecks, optimize latency, and maintain reliable throughput.
• Package applications using Docker and manage deployments to Kubernetes clusters using Helm. Work directly within CI/CD pipelines to ensure code quality checks, automated tests, and vulnerability scans run smoothly on every build.
• Actively participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand‑ups, and peer code reviews. Translate user stories and interface requirements into working, production-ready software increments.

What You Must Have

• Active or current Top-Secret (TS) security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related discipline) or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional backend software engineering experience building and deploying production applications.
• Strong, hands‑on proficiency with Python (backend frameworks, async programming, data structures) and Bash scripting for task automation and system-level operations.
• Practical experience with relational databases—specifically PostgreSQL (schema design, index usage, writing performant SQL)—and Redis for caching, state management, or message buffering.
• Proven experience containerizing applications with Docker and deploying/troubleshooting workloads in Kubernetes using Helm.
• Proficient with Git collaborative workflows; regular experience integrating into CI/CD pipelines incorporating automated testing, code linters, and security vulnerability scanning.
• Demonstrated ability to independently deliver user stories, navigate existing codebases, and write defensive, testable code.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Active or current Top-Secret clearance with SCI access and polygraph (TS/SCI with poly).
• Privileged User eligibility (CompTIA Security+ certification, DoD 8570 IAT Level II, or equivalent).
• Experience with distributed messaging or event-driven patterns (e.g., message brokers, pub/sub architectures).
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and standard API design patterns (REST, gRPC).
• Exposure to monitoring, observability, and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry) within Kubernetes environments.
• Knowledge of space-to-ground architectures, interface standards, Command and Control (C2) systems, or Mission Management (MM) systems.

Pay Range

At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.

We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work‑life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Our benefits package is designed to support the well‑being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

• The pay range for this position is: $130,000 - $200,000

Colorado Pay Range

$130,000—$200,000 USD

Virginia Pay Range

$130,000—$200,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose‑built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on‑the‑ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should [e-mail] call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.

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