Software Engineer L1 - TS/SCI with Poly required

EMTAK. LLC
Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
2 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Agile Methodology C++ (Programming Language) Software Debugging DevOps Distributed Systems Python (Programming Language) Performance Tuning Systems Development Life Cycle Software Engineering System Programming Delivery Pipeline Backend
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Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology Docker

Job description

We are seeking a Software Engineer (TS/SCI Cleared) with experience in full-stack development, systems programming, and containerized environments to support a mission-critical program within the Intelligence Community.

This role blends backend systems development in C/C++ and Python with modern deployment practices using Kubernetes and Docker, supporting both development and integration efforts across the platform., * Develop and maintain full-stack applications supporting mission workflows

  • Build backend services using C/C++ and Python (SWORD framework)
  • Support Developmental & Verification Testing (DVT) across system components
  • Deploy and manage applications in Kubernetes environments
  • Work with containerization tools (Docker) for consistent builds and deployments
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile environments
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize system performance

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI clearance (or higher)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 7+ years of software engineering experience
  • Strong experience with:
  • C/C++
  • Python (SWORD or similar frameworks)
  • Full-stack development
  • Experience supporting testing/validation efforts (DVT or similar)
  • Exposure to Kubernetes and containerized environments, * Hands-on experience with Docker and container build pipelines
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
  • Experience working on IC/DoD programs
  • Understanding of distributed systems or microservices architectures

Benefits & conditions

  • Mission-critical impact in a real-world operational environment
  • Strong engineering team with modern tooling and stack
  • Stable program with long-term growth potential
  • Competitive compensation and flexibility

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