About Our Client:

The organization operates as a contractor for the U.S. government, focusing on delivering secure and modern software solutions for defense applications. It addresses challenges related to legacy, on-premises systems by transforming them into scalable, cloud-native platforms that support secure, continuous software integration and delivery. The team includes experienced professionals with backgrounds in technology programs across the federal market, emphasizing security, speed, and user experience.

About the Opportunity:

The Software Engineer will play a crucial role in advancing the organization's software modernization efforts by designing and building scalable data pipelines and cloud-native services. This position is responsible for end-to-end project delivery, advocating for best practices in database usage and system architecture, and collaborating with engineering teams and stakeholders to create secure, efficient, and compliant software solutions.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with data architects, analysts, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
Design, build, and maintain complex ETL/ELT workflows
Implement security protocols including authentication and authorization
Optimize data transformations using cloud-native tools
Ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance, maintaining metadata and lineage
Modernize legacy on-premises systems into distributed, cloud-based services
Contribute to authentication, identity management, and access control frameworks
Participate in architectural discussions, code reviews, and technical improvements
Promote best practices in microservice design, testing, observability, and CI/CD automation
Work with partner engineers and stakeholders to develop mission-critical solutions
Collaborate with product teams to identify improvements and growth opportunities
Operate effectively in an asynchronous, remote environment
Engage in communities of practice via Slack and Github Issues
Integrate software products with defense systems ensuring interoperability and security compliance
Own architectural decisions and maintain technical quality across the engineering team
Develop documentation including design specifications and maintenance guides
Stay informed on emerging technologies and industry trends
Provide technical mentorship and elevate engineering standards
Communicate effectively with diverse engineering teams and stakeholders
Influence product direction through understanding of user needs and system constraints

Requirements:

U.S. citizenship required
3+ years (mid) or 5+ years (senior) software engineering experience
Experience building software tools focused on software lifecycle and management
Proficient in at least one modern programming language (Go, TypeScript, Python)
Strong knowledge of system design, API development, workflow orchestration (Argo Workflows preferred), relational databases, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
Expertise in database design, schema, indexing, and query optimization
Experience decomposing monolithic applications into microservices with lightweight APIs
Modern API design skills beyond basic CRUD, familiarity with frameworks like FastAPI or ASP.NET
Experience implementing authorization, data governance, security telemetry, policy enforcement, and role-based access control
Familiarity with core Kubernetes concepts including Controllers, Operators, and CRDs
Experience or knowledge of Department of Defense acquisition or software modernization projects
Strong communication and collaboration skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Ability to manage time effectively in a remote work environment

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

Remote - USA $123,250—$166,750 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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