TS/SCI Software Engineer: Python Microservices in Kubernetes

Xcelerate Solutions; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcelerate Solutions in Bethesda, MD is seeking a Software Engineer with TS/SCI clearance to develop Python microservices, integrate with Kafka, and index with Elasticsearch. The role involves on-site work with some remote tasks and a collaborative, mission-focused team.

You will deploy in Kubernetes, contribute to CI/CD pipelines, and help shape scalable, observable systems in a cloud-enabled, data-centric environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4–8 years of relevant experience, or Master’s with 2–6 years.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required with ability to obtain a polygraph.
• Strong Python backend experience with frameworks like FastAPI or Flask.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and microservice architectures.
• Familiarity with Kafka, Elasticsearch, and real-time data processing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Python microservices.
• Implement Kafka producers/consumers for real-time messaging.
• Integrate with Elasticsearch for indexing and search capabilities.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines; deploy to Kubernetes clusters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in code reviews.
• Ensure security, observability, and high code quality.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

Microservices

Agile

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4-8 years

Master's degree + 2-6 years

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD (GitLab/Jenkins)

Linux/Bash

Job description

Xcelerate Solutions in Bethesda, MD is seeking a Software Engineer with TS/SCI clearance to develop Python microservices, integrate with Kafka, and index with Elasticsearch. The role involves on-site work with some remote tasks and a collaborative, mission-focused team.

You will deploy in Kubernetes, contribute to CI/CD pipelines, and help shape scalable, observable systems in a cloud-enabled, data-centric environment.