System Engineer 693

Posted 22 Days Ago
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Annapolis Junction, MD, USA
In-Office
185K-215K Annually
Expert/Leader
Information Technology • Software • Consulting
The Role
Design, modernize, secure, and sustain enterprise applications and platforms. Support Agile teams with requirements elicitation, backlog prioritization, testing, release planning, risk/dependency tracking, documentation, and stakeholder engagement. Mentor junior systems engineers and collaborate across product teams to deliver enterprise budgeting and financial management capabilities.
Summary Generated by Built In

Join a team that powers the business enterprise behind the mission. Freedom supports the sustainment, modernization, and transformation of more than 100 enterprise business systems that enable tens of thousands of government personnel, industry partners, and prospective employees worldwide. These mission-enabling applications support workforce management, finance, acquisitions, security processing, training, recruitment, logistics, program management, executive decision-making, and other critical business functions across multiple secure environments. 

We are seeking a System Engineer to join one of our Prime Contracts supporting the Government's Corporate Management Services (CMS) organization. In this role, you will help design, modernize, secure, and sustain the enterprise applications and platforms that keep the organization operating every day. Working alongside experts in software engineering, cloud computing, DevSecOps, systems engineering, user experience, and enterprise platforms, you'll help modernize legacy systems, automate business processes, integrate commercial technologies, and deliver innovative solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the user experience. 

If you're looking for an opportunity where your work has broad enterprise impact, you'll find it here. Our diverse and growing team offers the chance to solve complex technical challenges, collaborate with talented professionals, and directly contribute to the technology and services that enable the Government's mission around the world. 

  • Join an established, high-performing Agile team supporting multiple products within the Financial and Resource Management Organization. 
  • The products within this portfolio provide enterprise solutions that integrate budgeting, financial information, and analytics, enabling informed decision-making and increased visibility across mission and business operations.
  • Work within a fast-paced, high-energy Agile environment where collaboration, adaptability, and innovation are critical to success. The teams are comprised of highly skilled developers and designers who thrive on rapid iterations, continuous feedback, and delivering high-quality, customer-centric software solutions.
  • Participate in two-week sprint cycles, daily stand-ups, and continuous process improvement activities while supporting evolving customer requirements and driving innovative solutions.
  • The role requires a strong systems engineer who is comfortable working across multiple software development teams with diverse technical skillsets and can effectively bridge technical and functional perspectives.
  • This position requires a self-motivated individual who is willing to tackle complex challenges, often with limited guidance or incomplete information, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, highly visible team environment. 

Responsibilities Include: 

  • Partner with Technical Team Leads, Product Owners, and Government stakeholders to support requirements elicitation, analysis, and decomposition.
  • Assist with requirements prioritization, backlog refinement, and sprint planning activities across multiple products.
  • Support software testing, evaluation activities, and user acceptance efforts.
  • Develop and validate use cases, business processes, and user workflows.
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies, process reviews, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Prepare schedule inputs and support release planning activities.
  • Identify, communicate, and track dependencies, impediments, and risks impacting delivery.
  • Collaborate across product teams to ensure alignment, transparency, and the successful delivery of enterprise budgeting and financial management capabilities.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior systems engineers, helping to develop their systems engineering, Agile, and stakeholder engagement skills while fostering a collaborative team environment. 

Required Qualifications:

  • An active security clearance with polygraph.
  • A bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and fourteen (14) years of experience as an SE. Nineteen (19) years of SE experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with agile development methodologies 
  • Willingness to learn and develop strong understanding new technologies and products
  • Experience developing and updating technical documentation including project schedules
  • Experience with requirements management to include working with customers to capture clear definition of done. 

Technology Stack of application(s) with which this role will interact:

  • AWS
  • JavaScipt
  • Python
  • Linux
  • Windows
  • React
  • NiFi 

Desired Qualifications:

Experience executing test procedures 

Experience managing systems in virtual environments such as AWS 

Experience with Atlassian Suite products including Confluence & Managing Jira 

Experience providing system administration support in Windows and Linux environments 



The estimated salary range for this position is between $185,000-$215,000 (annualized USD). This range reflects the typical pay for the role and is one part of the company's comprehensive compensation package. Actual salaries are influenced by several factors, such as location, the individual’s education, skills, experience, and competencies, as well as contract affordability and organizational needs.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and join our mission-focused team. This position is eligible for a $25,000 Welcome Bonus for qualified candidates. Bonus eligibility and payment terms apply.


What’s in It for You?
Flexible work environment
A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals
Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies
Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits
A work-life balance you can count on
Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime
 
The Benefits You Get with Freedom
Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more
Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days
Competitive salary offerings
Paid training and tuition reimbursement
Referral bonuses
Fully paid life and disability
Annual logo wear allowance
Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)
Interested in learning more about Freedom and our culture?  Contact us today!  We’re constantly hosting hiring events in our office and elsewhere, to help you get a sense of what life is like at Freedom before joining the team.
 
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status
Applicant Federal & E-Verify Postings
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
 
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 410-290-9035 
 
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
 
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Skills Required

  • Active security clearance with polygraph
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline plus 14 years of systems engineering experience (or 19 years of SE experience in lieu of a degree)
  • Experience with agile development methodologies
  • Willingness to learn and develop strong understanding of new technologies and products
  • Experience developing and updating technical documentation including project schedules
  • Experience with requirements management and capturing clear definitions of done
  • Experience executing test procedures
  • Experience managing systems in virtual environments such as AWS
  • Experience with Atlassian Suite products including Confluence and Jira
  • System administration support experience in Windows and Linux environments
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The Company
HQ: Columbia, MD
138 Employees
Year Founded: 2008

What We Do

FTSG was founded with the idea of building a company in which IT professionals have the 'Freedom' to be creative and innovative. Our technical teams focus on using the right technology to create flexible, long-lasting solutions for our clients. Looking for a position in the technology industry? FTSG is a government contractor in the D.C./Baltimore area recruiting IT professionals for various positions! Visit our website to learn more.

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