Software Engineer in Deployment - JobID-0241

Innovative Defense Technologies; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Competitive PTO

401(k) with immediate vesting and matching

Tuition Assistance

Annual Employee Recognition Awards

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Warfare Systems team based in Arlington, VA. The position involves leading tasks related to the deployment of microservice-based applications, utilizing AI-driven approaches, and ensuring quality deliverables.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field and at least 7 years of experience in software deployment, along with proficiency in container technologies and strong Linux skills. A generous benefits package and competitive pay range are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software development/deployment experience.
• High proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong Linux and Bash/Shell skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and validate requirements to complete project deliverables.
• Design solutions that meet specific requirements.
• Lead a small team of engineers in development tasks.

Skills

Container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Automation tools (Ansible, Terraform)

Linux proficiency

Leadership capabilities

Full-stack development skills (SQL, Python, Java, JavaScript, HTML/CSS)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Tools

Kubernetes management services (Helm, ArgoCD)

Virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, EC2)

Git, Jenkins, Artifactory

Job description

About The Role

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Software Engineer in Deployment to be part of our Warfare Systems team and based out of our Arlington, VA location.

Clearance & Location Requirements

• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• This is an on-site position requiring at least 4 days in office, based out of our Arlington, VA location.

Job Details

• Department: Engineering
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: Arlington, VA
• Address: 4401 Wilson Boulevard Suite 810, Arlington, Virginia, 22203
• Workplace type: Hybrid
• Compensation: $135,000 - $273,000 / year

Key Responsibilities

• Scope and Define Requirements: Manage formal and informal requirements to define, validate and control scope to complete all the deliverables within a project successfully
  • Support conversion of internal customer requirements into a refined vision
  • Lead a team to develop, implement, and maintain Infrastructure as Code software for automated deployment and configuration of a multi-site, multi-system microservice-based application, leveraging AI coding assistants to accelerate development.
  • Lead the active operations work of deploying and maintaining multiple Kubernetes clusters in unclassified and classified (airgapped) environments, leveraging AI solutions to improve deployment and maintenance efficiency.
• Engineer Solutions: Design and implement solutions that meet specific requirements using state-of-the-art data structures, algorithms, patterns, and tools
  • Debug, identify root cause and fix software deployment/configuration issues
  • Guide a team in the identification and application of emerging technologies and architectures including evaluation of cloud operations platforms such as cloud IaaS, PaaS, SaaS.
  • Manage, mentor, and lead a small team of engineers working operational and development tasks while championing the use of AI to streamline the team's workflow, incorporating AI-driven approaches to optimize automation and reduce the complexity of installations.
  • Design, implement, and test software using multiple languages and technology stacks
  • Develop software interfaces to communicate across various network protocols and messaging frameworks
  • Integrate software components into complex software environments
  • Communicate and work collaboratively with colleagues and lead engineers from other disciplines
• Assure Quality: Maintains a focus on quality that produces deliverables that meet objectives and align needs, uses, and acceptance requirements set forth by relevant stakeholders
  • Participate in and provide feedback in design and code reviews
  • Develop software using secure coding practices
  • Support test and integration activities in IDT labs, as well as on-site customer labs
• Manage Risk and Opportunities: Assess, plan, identify, analyze, mitigate and control risks and opportunities
  • Support preparation, tracking, and delivery of internal deliverables

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or Math, or equivalent full-time professional experience; Master's Degree in Engineering or other technical field highly desired
• 7+ years of professional software development/deployment experience in technically rigorous environments
• High-level proficiency with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with Kubernetes management services like Helm or ArgoCD
• Experience with hypervisor/virtualization technologies such as VMware, KVM, EC2.
• Experience with networking in virtualized environments - TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancing, Firewall, VLANs
• Proficiency in automation scripts and tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Salt, etc. and an aptitude for utilizing AI tools (e.g., LLMs, AI coding assistants) to streamline script generation and troubleshooting.
• Strong Linux skills
• High degree of competence in Bash/Shell
• Basic full-stack development skills: SQL, Python/Java, JavaScript, HTML/CSS
• Ability to shift from one project to another in an agile work environment
• Strong leadership capabilities and skills
• Strong documentation skills
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• High-level proficiency with Kubernetes distros such as RKE2
• Experience with distributed storage systems such as Rook/Ceph, NFS
• Experience deploying Kubernetes clusters and configuring networking, storage, etc.
• Experience with Git, Jenkins, Artifactory
• DevSecOps experience
• Experience with at least one public cloud environment, such as Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure
• Experience managing and directing personnel while maintaining cost and schedule targets
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations

Pay Range: $135,000 - $231,000 or $164,000 - $273,000

Job Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches

EEO Statement: IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.