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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Software Engineer - **Company:** Independent Software - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Analysis, Apache HTTP Server, Software Applications, Application Performance Management, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Code Review, Databases, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Elasticsearch, Information Retrieval, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, MySQL, Neo4j, Node.Js, Parsing, RabbitMQ, Redis, Ansible, Software Engineering, WebSocket, Rust (Programming Language), Data Processing, Cloud Platform System, Data Ingestion, ReactJS, Istio, Grafana, Indexer, Backend, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Influxdb, Apache Kafka, Apache Nifi, Front End Software Development, Cloud Migration, Terraform, Microservices - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9109768/cloud-software-engineer ## About the Role * Experience developing software for cloud-based or distributed computing environments * Experience with JavaScript and modern front-end development, including React/JSX * Back-end development experience with Node.js, Python, Rust, or similar technologies * Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, microservices, and containerized application deployment * Experience with Big Data, data processing, or Information Retrieval technologies * Experience working in Linux/UNIX environments * Strong software development, integration, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with NiFi, Elasticsearch, Redis, MySQL, Neo4j, Grafana, or InfluxDB * Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other messaging technologies * Experience with Ansible, Salt, Terraform, or similar automation technologies * Familiarity with service mesh, WebSockets, cloud migration, and multi-site architectures * Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Jest * Familiarity with Apache Superset, JBLOCKS, CASPORT, or agency security labeling technologies, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus twelve (12) years of Software Engineering experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity * Four (4) years of additional Cloud Software Engineering experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree Clearance Requirement: * Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role ## Description As a Cloud Software Engineer (CSWE) Level 3 at Independent Software, you will develop, maintain, and enhance complex Big Data cloud systems supporting mission-critical operations. You will contribute across the software lifecycle, including front-end development, back-end processing, data ingestion, analytics, indexing, and deployment within distributed cloud environments. You will work with modern web, microservices, and cloud technologies to build scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions while collaborating with engineering teams throughout design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment., * Design, develop, test, maintain, and enhance complex software applications * Develop modern front-end applications and integrate them with backend services, APIs, and database interfaces * Develop middleware solutions to retrieve, parse, process, and deliver data to front-end applications * Analyze user requirements and translate them into software design and performance requirements * Design and implement database and data repository interfaces and queries * Debug software, resolve defects, and improve application performance * Integrate existing software into new or modified systems and operating environments * Develop and execute software testing procedures and ensure quality of developed solutions * Lead and mentor software developers, providing technical guidance and code reviews * Collaborate with system engineers, UX/UI teams, and other technical stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle * Develop and maintain software and system documentation ## Related Videos - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [Putting the Graph In GraphQL With The Neo4j GraphQL Library](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/257-putting-the-graph-in-graphql-with-the-neo4j-graphql-library) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Accelerating Authentication Architecture: Taking Passwordless to the Next Level](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/733-accelerating-authentication-architecture-taking-passwordless-to-the-next-level) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)