Systems Architect Engineer

Gilder Search Group; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15 days

Holidays 10

Floating holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

Cell phone/internet stipend

BYOD program

Job summary

Aquila Technology is seeking a Systems Architect Engineer to join our team to support a premier defense research organization. You will design, develop, and support software across the full stack, employing modern techniques, tools, and processes to deliver secure, reliable solutions.

The role requires strong programming skills (JavaScript, Python, Golang, and C++), container experience (Podman, Docker, Kubernetes), and hands-on DevOps practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of Systems Engineering experience.
• 2+ years DevOps processes, practices, and tools.
• 5+ years JavaScript development.
• 5+ years Python development.
• 5+ years scripting (Python, Ansible, TCL or Bash).
• 5+ years software development languages (Python, Golang, or C++).
• 1 year container technologies (Podman, Docker or Kubernetes).
• 2 years GitLab CI/CD experience.
• 1 year Kubernetes experience.
• 10 years Systems Architecture experience.
• 7 years Systems Design experience.
• 7 years Systems Modeling experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support software programs for full-stack development.
• Define, describe, and implement program deliverables and functionalities.
• Evaluate open source and commercial software, frameworks, and tools for use.
• Work with program managers and technical staff to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

Golang

C++

GitLab CI/CD

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab CI/CD

Ansible

Job description

Systems Architect Engineer

Clearance Level: Must have an Active Secret Clearance to be considered for this opportunity

Location: Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA - Individual works generally on-site. Candidate should expect to be onsite at least 60% of the time.

At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.

About the Role:

Aquila Technology is seeking a Systems Architect Engineer t o join our team in supporting one of the country’s premier defense research organizations. The team has a need for a Systems Architect Engineer for software development with experience developing high quality software for the full stack. The Systems Architect Engineer will design, develop, and support technical programs utilizing modern software engineering techniques, programming tools, and support processes for the organizations program managers and technical staff. The Systems Architect Engineer will participate in defining, describing and implementing program deliverables/functionalities. The Systems Architect Engineer will evaluate and propose use of open source and commercial software, frameworks, and tools where applicable. Domains: Software/application design, development, and support; coder; system configuration management; system troubleshooting.

Must Have

• Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
• 10 years - Systems Engineering
• 2 years - DevOps processes, practices, and tools.
• 5 years - JavaScript
• 5 years - Python
• 5 years - Scripting Experience: Python, Ansible, TCL or Bash
• 5 years - Software development languages (python, golang, or C++)
• 1 years - Container Technologies (PODMAN, Docker or Kubernetes)
• 2 years - Gitlab CI/CD
• 1 years - Kubernetes
• 10 years - Systems Architecture
• 7 years - Systems Design
• 7 years - Systems Modeling

Nice to Have

• Degree Level: Masters Degree
• Front-end web development (REACT/JavaScript)
• Web Application Development
• Web-based API Processing

Required Skills:

• This position requires knowledge of virtual machine introspection techniques and knowledge of multiple programming languages including JavaScript, python, golang.
• The ideal candidate will possess a good balance of software development from operating systems to networking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Benefits and Perks:

Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.

Our Perks Include:

PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire:

• 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work
• 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment

Tuition & Training Reimbursement- 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum ofsix (6) months of employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of “B” or better to qualify for reimbursement.Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member’s Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment.

401K with Fidelity - Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution:

• $1/$1 up to 3%, then .50 cents / $1 for 4th and 5th %s
• Fully vested from day one
• Company match does not apply to catch-up contribution

Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify.

Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) -Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets.

Work location:

Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA - Individual works generally on-site. Candidate should expect to be onsite at least 60% of the time.

Clearance Level:

Candidates must have an Active Secret Clearance to be considered for this position.

Interview Process:

Initial phone/zoom screen with HM. If candidate advance to next round, will be larger group interview with technical team.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer