Software Engineer 2

General Dynamics - IT; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GDIT is seeking a Software Engineer Senior to design and maintain data workflows and automation pipelines using Apache Airflow for mission-critical government projects. The role emphasizes building scalable, observable workflows and collaborating with data engineers, platform teams, and stakeholders to ensure production readiness.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of related experience, a TS/SCI w/ Polygraph clearance, and strong Linux, Python, Java, and containerization skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science required.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Security clearance TS/SCI w/ Polygraph required.
• Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux tools.
• Experience developing Bash scripts to automate manual processes.
• Experience with Python and Java.
• Experience using Apache Airflow to orchestrate complex workflows.
• Experience using Spark for distributed data processing.
• Experience with Docker, containerd, and Podman.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash scripting

Python

Java

Apache Airflow

Spark

Docker

Containerd

Podman

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

AWS

Job description

SOFTWARE ENGINEER SENIOR

Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Engineer Senior at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

The Software Engineer shall be responsible for creating and maintaining data workflows and automation pipelines using Apache Airflow. This role focuses on building reliable, scalable, and observable workflow orchestration solutions that support data engineering, analytics, and operational use cases. The engineer will collaborate closely with data engineers, platform teams, and stakeholders to ensure workflows are efficient, secure, and production ready.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Engineer Senior must have:

• Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
• Experience: 5+ years of related experience
• Security clearance required: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
• Position Required Skills:
  • Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux tools
  • Experience developing Bash scripts to automate manual processes
  • Recent software development experience using Python and Java
  • Experience using Apache Airflow (DAG design, scheduling, operators, sensors) to orchestrate, schedule, and monitor complex workflows
  • Experience using Distributed Big Data processing engines including Apache Spark
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, containerd, and Podman
  • Experience with Git Source Control System
• Position Desired Skills:
  • Experience using the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
  • Familiar with AWS Cloud Services and Infrastructure

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.

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