Systems Engineer I/II OR Software Engineer 0/I/II

Prosync; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Health benefits

401K retirement plan

Flexible work options

Job summary

ProSync seeks a Software Engineer to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems, including analytics, data processing, and real-time workflows. The role involves building Python applications, containerizing with Docker, deploying on Kubernetes, and creating Helm charts for automated deployments.

You will collaborate with DevSecOps to integrate into CI/CD pipelines, troubleshoot across environments, and produce clear documentation to support team success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or related discipline and five years of software engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Python Application Development - Develop, test, and maintain Python applications supporting mission workflows and backend processing.
• Containerization & Docker - Build, optimize, and troubleshoot Docker-based containers used across development, testing, and production environments.
• Kubernetes Deployment - Deploy, manage, and support applications running in Kubernetes clusters, ensuring reliability and scalability.
• Helm Chart Development - Create, maintain, and update Helm charts to support automated Kubernetes deployments and configuration management.
• Cloud-Native Engineering - Apply cloud-native principles to improve application resilience, observability, and maintainability.
• CI/CD Collaboration - Work with DevSecOps teams to integrate Python applications and containerized services into automated CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshooting & Optimization - Diagnose issues across containerized environments, Kubernetes workloads, and Python applications.
• Documentation & Team Support.

Skills

Python

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm charts

Cloud-native

CI/CD

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Python

Job description

*This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI w/ Fullscope Polygraph clearance to be considered.*

ProSync is seeking a Software Engineer to develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.

Responsibilities:

• Python Application Development - Develop, test, and maintain Python applications supporting mission workflows and backend processing.
• Containerization & Docker - Build, optimize, and troubleshoot Docker-based containers used across development, testing, and production environments.
• Kubernetes Deployment - Deploy, manage, and support applications running in Kubernetes clusters, ensuring reliability and scalability.
• Helm Chart Development - Create, maintain, and update Helm charts to support automated Kubernetes deployments and configuration management.
• Cloud-Native Engineering - Apply cloud-native principles to improve application resilience, observability, and maintainability.
• CI/CD Collaboration - Work with DevSecOps teams to integrate Python applications and containerized services into automated CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshooting & Optimization - Diagnose issues across containerized environments, Kubernetes workloads, and Python applications.
• Documentation & Team Support.

• Software Engineering Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years of experience in software engineering.
  • (Note: Software Engineer Level I's require a relevant Bachelor's degree or higher plus seven (7) years of software engineering experience.)
  • Software Engineer Level II's require a relevant Bachelor's degree or higher plus fourteen (14) years of software engineering experience.)
• Systems Engineering Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Systems Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus seven (7) years of experience in systems engineering.
  • (Note: Systems Engineer Level II's require a relevant Bachelor's degree or higher plus fourteen (14) years of systems engineering experience.)
• Must have at minimum 5 years of experience with Python, Kubernetes, Docker, and Helm.
• An active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph is required.

Join PROSYNC and enjoy our great benefits!

Compensation:

• We offer bonuses that are awarded quarterly to our employees and our compensation rates are highly competitive.

Health & Retirement:

• We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K Retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family, now and in the future. Other health-related benefits include an employee assistance program for those difficult times or when you need to take care of your mental health.

Education:

• Individual growth is a priority at ProSync. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company-sponsored continuing education program so you can get your degree or that next certification you need to propel you to the next level.

Work/Life Balance:

• A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at ProSync, but it’s also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything else you want to develop in your personal life.. We offer generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays a year. ProSync also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle.