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# Software Engineer [$224k/yr+]

- **Company:** SYSTOLIC, INC.
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $224,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Confluence, JIRA, Bash Shell, Big Data, Collaborative Software, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Apache Hadoop, Linux System Administration, Apache Maven, Open Source Technology, Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Ansible, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, VMware Infrastructure, VirtualBox, Cloud Platform System, Virtual Environment, Gitlab, Kubernetes, Puppet, Jenkins, Golang, Vmware
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9034007/software-engineer-224kyr

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Go) with a Bachelor's degree in a related field; OR 3 years with a Master's degree; OR 9 years with a High School Diploma or equivalent
 * Salary: $224k+ yearly compensation
 * Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week in Columbia, MD

## Description

* Develop and integrate custom software components and open-source solutions.
 * Design and implement core software architecture.
 * Manage virtual infrastructure within cloud environments.
 * Work with Big Data systems, CI/CD pipelines, and agile methodologies.
 * Utilize a range of development and operations tools for project delivery., * Develop and integrate custom software components and open-source solutions using technologies such as AWS, Go, and Linux.
 * Design, implement, and maintain core software architectures.
 * Manage and provision virtual infrastructure in cloud environments, leveraging tools like Kubernetes and Ansible.
 * Administer Linux-based systems and virtual environments (e.g., VMWare, Virtual Box).
 * Engage with Big Data systems and cloud repositories, including Hadoop.
 * Implement and maintain Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines (e.g., Jenkins/Hudson).
 * Apply Agile/Scrum methodologies for software development and project management.
 * Conduct Integration and Test (I&T) activities, including software integration testing.
 * Utilize development and collaboration tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Gitlab, Puppet, and Maven.
 * Contribute to DevOps practices and continuous integration efforts.
 * Develop scripts using Bash for automation and system management.
 * Produce clear technical documentation and communicate effectively.


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