Software Engineer (Secret) (4611)

SMX; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

SMX is seeking Software Engineers at junior to SME levels to design and implement secure, scalable multi-cloud solutions for Air Force cloud projects. The role emphasizes cloud architecture across AWS, Azure, Google, and Oracle, with a focus on automation, security, and integration with client and vendor teams.

Candidates should have DoD cloud experience, security clearance, and DoD 8570–compliant certification such as Sec+.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification; 1–3 years for junior, 4+ for mid, 8+ for senior, 16+ for SME.
• Experience in a software engineering field and cloud-based systems.
• DoD/air force cloud program experience and security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and optimize secure software in AWS/Azure/Google/Oracle clouds.
• Engage with clients and vendors; contribute to technical discussions.
• Define capabilities to meet customer requirements and service objectives.
• Implement automation for provisioning, configuration, security, and monitoring using DevOps.
• Develop methods and solutions for cloud environments; support DoD cloud projects.

Skills

Cloud architecture

DevOps practices

Security-focused engineering

Architecting scalable systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree

Security certification (DoD/8570)

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Oracle Cloud

IBM WebSphere

Job description

SMX is seeking Software Engineers (Junior/Mid/Senior/SME) supporting the design and implementation of secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructure, applications, and services in support of enterprise cloud migration and mission-critical systems for the United States Air Force. Responsible for software design, development, engineering, integration, and architecture. Will support onboarding new cloud-enabled applications and support deployment activities, primarily with AWS, but familiarity with multi-cloud solutions (Azure, Google, and Oracle) is important. Will contribute to the overall strategic vision and integrate a broad range of engineering solutions in support of client requirements for Air Force cloud projects. Able to apply engineering and design methods, theories, and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex and advanced cloud requirements, hardware/software interfaces and applications, and solutions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and optimize secure software solutions in AWS, Azure, Google, and/or Oracle cloud environments

• Navigate client-facing engagements and work in tandem with other vendors

• Contribute to technical discussions both internally and with customer or vendor teams

• Define and engineer solution capabilities that satisfy customer business drivers / requirements and meet service delivery objectives

• Implement automation for provisioning, configuration, security, and monitoring using DevOps best practices

• Develop and apply engineering methods and solutions for cloud environments

Required Skills & Experience

• Must have High School diploma or Bachelor's degree and minimum 1-3 years' experience for junior-level. Must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification plus 4 years' experience for mid-level. Must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification plus 8 years' experience for senior-level. Must have Master’s degree or equivalent certification plus 16 years' experience for SME-level.

• Experience in a software engineering field (Junior 1+ years, Mid 4+ years, Senior *+ years)

• Active Security Clearance Required: Secret

• DoD 8570 compliant certification: CompTia Sec+ Experience with IBM Maximo (custom development and integration)

• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining configuration of cloud-based systems (AWS, Azure, OCI or GCP), ensuring proper integration with technologies and platform

• Experience with IBM WebSphere Application Server and ands-on experience with Oracle development (PL/SQL, packages, triggers, etc.).

• Experience with software development, including knowledge of Java and J2EE frameworks

Desired Skills & Experience

• Prior experience supporting United States Air Force or DoD cloud programs

• Experience with Agile methodology, extreme programming, product management, or software products

• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining configuration of Azure cloud-based systems ensuring proper integration with technologies and platforms

• Familiarity with GitLab CI/CD pipeline creation and maintenance

• Knowledge of Apache NiFi for data flow automation

• Experience implementing SAML-based authentication

• Understanding of OIDC and OAuth2 protocols

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$93,700—$156,200 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).