The Role
The Principal Software Engineer will lead the development of cloud-based applications, leveraging expertise in Linux, AWS, and modern software practices, while automating workflows and optimizing performance.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join ClearEdge and be a part of a dynamic team that solves some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge empowers our customers in government and industry with innovative, data-driven solutions.
Check out our extremely competitive benefits package at www.clearedgeit.com/careers/, which includes a $10k annual training/education benefit, 10% 401k contribution, health and technology allowance, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. We also offer monthly TechConnect and DeepDive collaboration sessions with our entire technical staff.
Your Mission
As a Principal Software Engineer on our prime contract, you will work a hybrid schedule with a team of talented developers to design, build, and maintain critical applications in a cloud-based environment. You will contribute to the development and deployment of scalable and secure solutions, leveraging your expertise in Linux, cloud infrastructure, and modern software development practices. Your role will involve creating efficient services, automating workflows, and optimizing system performance to support evolving mission needs.
You Will Excel in This Role If You Are:
- Passionate about building and maintaining cloud-based services
- Comfortable working in Linux environments
- Skilled in developing containerized applications and deploying them with Kubernetes (EKS)
- Experienced in automating workflows using GitLab CI/CD
- Detail-oriented and capable of troubleshooting complex issues
A Day in the Life Of:
- Develop and enhance software solutions using Java, Node, or Python
- Build and maintain cloud-based services in AWS
- Design and manage containerized applications with Kubernetes (EKS)
- Automate infrastructure and deployments using GitLab CI/CD
- Write and maintain shell scripts for automation and system management
- Work with relational and document databases such as PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, or MongoDB
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement secure, scalable solutions
Must Have:
- TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance
- 20+ years of experience with a Bachelors Degree in a related field
- Strong Linux background
- Experience building and maintaining services in AWS
- Proficiency in at least one of the following: Java, Node, or Python
- Experience with shell scripting
- Hands-on experience with containerization and Kubernetes (EKS)
- Experience with GitLab CI/CD
- Familiarity with relational and document databases such as PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, or MongoDB
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Terraform or Terragrunt for infrastructure as code
- Knowledge of Ansible for configuration management
- Front-end development experience with React or Node
- Familiarity with 508 compliance standards for accessibility
About us:
We are an experienced advanced analytic development company providing Cyber solutions to current and emerging missions.
Our Core Values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability drive our mission and vision and are the heart of what we do each day. We combine our Core Values with the three key elements of people, technology, and integrity to repeatedly deliver stellar results within our primary competencies.
ClearEdge is also pleased to share that we have recently expanded our prime and subcontract presence into new cyber markets!
If this position does not fit your skillset, please visit our Careers page to explore our current openings, or contact a ClearEdge recruiter at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.
Top Skills
AWS
Elasticsearch
Gitlab Ci/Cd
Java
Kubernetes (Eks)
Linux
MongoDB
Node.js
Postgres
Python
Shell Scripting
Terraform
Terragrunt
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The Company
What We Do
ClearEdge is a mission-driven technology thought leader grown out of the Intelligence Community that provides software engineering, big data, cloud, data analytics, data visualization, and data science solutions and services. As a small business, we are personally committed to responding to our customers' requirements by attracting and retaining only top-tier engineers and field experts.
