Software Engineer 3 (IDN - 171)

SageCor Solutions; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SageCor Solutions is looking for a Software Engineer with a focus on Linux systems and software development. Candidates should hold a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, along with significant experience in relevant programming languages and tools.

The position requires expertise in Linux administration, scripting, and security practices. An active TS/SCI clearance is required for consideration. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on high-performance computing and cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus 5 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 7 years, or 9 years of experience.
• Strong background in Linux and security best practices.
• Experience in software development and scripting.

Skills

Linux CLI and Linux Suite of Tools

Bash/Python scripting

Software development using Python and Java

Linux administration (RHEL, CentOS, Rocky, Ubuntu)

Implementing/supporting Delinea products

Integrating with directory services (LDAP, Active Directory, FreeIPA)

Identity and access management (IAM)

Troubleshooting system-level issues

API-based integrations and RESTful services

IaC principles and automation tools (Ansible, SaltStack)

Containerization technologies (Docker, Podman)

Education

Master’s degree in computer science or related discipline

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline

Tools

Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence)

Job description

Serving Maryland and the Greater Washington D.C. area, SageCor Solutions (SageCor) is a growing company bringing complete engineering services and true full lifecycle System Engineering services to areas requiring (or desiring) nationally-recognized expertise in high performance computing, large data analytics and cutting edge information technologies.

Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph required.

SWE-3 Qualifications

Master’s degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. OR Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity OR Nine (9) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Position Required Skills

• Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux Suite of Tools
• Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python
• Recent software development experience using Python and Java
• Strong background in Linux administration such as RHEL, CentOS, Rocky, Ubuntu
• Hands-on experience implementing or supporting at least one Delinea product (e.g., Secret Server, Privilege Manager, DevOps Secrets Vault)
• Experience integrating Delinea with directory services (LDAP, Active Directory, FreeIPA)
• Understanding of identity and access management (IAM), privileged access management (PAM), certificate-based authentication, and security best practices
• Experience troubleshooting system-level issues in distributed environments, including logs, services, networking, and authentication
• Familiarity with API-based integrations, RESTful services, and secrets automation in CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with IaC (Infrastructure as Code) principles and automation tools such as Ansible and SaltStack
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and associated secret-handling patterns
• Experience with the sustainment and support of large Linux clusters including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution

Position Desired Skills

• Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Experience supporting enterprise security tools or working in a cybersecurity-focused software engineering role

Consistent with federal and state law where SageCor conducts business, SageCor Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other protected class.