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# Layer 7 Engineer

- **Company:** Lever, Inc.
- **Location:** Richardson, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Layers, Authentication Protocols, Data Security, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Network Programming, Routing, Broadcom, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, SSL Certificate Management, Cloud Platform System, Containerization, Kubernetes, Devsecops, Docker
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/rgi/1fd27230-4b9b-4803-ae64-6197696271cf/apply

## About the Role

* Security +, Cleared C8
 * Experience in JAVA
 * Good collaboration skills, ability to work in a team environment, good oral and written communication skills, ability to work in a multi-discipline environment.
 * Direct experience with Broadcom Layer 7 API
 * Network programming experience
 * Some basic programming skills
 * Linux script writing
 * Knowledge and experience with authentication, certificates, and other security routing protocols would be a plus.
 * Python, Linux, AWS, Agile, DevSecOps, Containerization, Orchestration

## Description

If you're the kind of person who leads with initiative, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to create real impact, we want you on our team.
Clearance:
Active Top Secret clearance with an ability to obtain SCI access and willingness to obtain CI Polygraph
US Citizenship Required, * Develop and maintain secure applications using Java and Python within a cleared, multi-discipline team environment, applying Agile and DevSecOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle.

 * Design, implement, and troubleshoot network-facing solutions, leveraging direct experience with Broadcom Layer 7 API and network programming to support secure data routing and system integration.
 * Administer and script Linux-based systems, writing and maintaining shell scripts to automate tasks, deploy containerized applications, and support orchestration (e.g., Docker/Kubernetes) in cloud environments.
 * Implement and support security protocols, including authentication mechanisms, certificate management, and secure routing, while collaborating cross-functionally and communicating technical work clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders


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