Software Engineer 2

General Dynamics - IT; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain tools and services that integrate with Atlassian products (Jira, Confluence) for mission-critical government projects. The role requires 5+ years of experience, a TS/SCI w/ Polygraph clearance, and a strong background in Java, scripting, and IaC.

You will work across cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 5+ years of related experience
• Security clearance TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Tools and Services supporting Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence).
• Collaborate with software developers, system administrators, project managers, and customers to deliver integrations.
• Implement seamless integrations to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.
• Document configurations, procedures, and system changes.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash scripting

Python scripting

PHP scripting

Java development

IDE: VS Code / Atlassian SDK

Ansible / IaC

Documentation

CI/CD (GitLab CI)

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree

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 designing, developing, and maintaining Tools and Services in support of the Atlassian’s suite of products (such as Jira, Confluence) collectively known as SUBURBANDEVELOPMENT. The Software Engineer shall work closely with cross-functional teams including software developers, system administrators, project managers, and mission customers to deliver seamless integrations that enhance productivity and streamline workflows.

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 writing Bash/Python/PHP scripts to automate administrative tasks and workflows
• Extensive software development experience with Java
• Experience using an integrated development environment such as the Atlassian plugin software developer kit (SDK) or Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
• Experience with IaC principles and automation tools such as Ansible
• Experience creating documentation of configurations, procedures, and system changes
• Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
• Experience deploying containerized services under Kubernetes orchestration
• Experience with Git for source code management, branching strategies, and team collaboration

Position Desired Skills

• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
• Experience with sustaining mission applications deployed in a Linux environment
• Experience with interacting/training external customers

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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