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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Mantech International Corporation - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Software Documentation, Information Systems, Databases, System Configuration, DevOps, File Systems, Distributed Systems, Perl (Programming Language), Data Flow Control, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Office Suite, Open Source Technology, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Ruby, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Scripting, Saltstack, Virtual Environment, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Nifi, Data Management, Splunk, Docker, User Accounts, Vmware - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2942396119-2 ## About the Role * Perform Bash shell scripting * Demonstrated experience creating and managing virtual environments * Experience configuring and maintaining storage and file systems * Experience in developing and delivering briefings, technical presentations, and program documentation to senior program management * Demonstrated experience working with a team to introduce and integrate new technologies into existing production environments * Document and maintain SOPs on the configuration of the system, * 14+ years of Software engineering experience with a bachelor's degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline or 19 years of systems engKInda felt bacdlyneering experience and associate's degree may be substituted. * 2 years of experience in architecting, deploying and general administration of Splunk to include infrastructure planning, data collection and comprehension, development and integration, configuring data inputs and forwarders, data management, creating/managing user accounts, and general troubleshooting and monitoring * Intermediate familiarization for the configuration, orchestration, and development of containerized applications (Ranger/Docker/Kubernetes) * Experience with Python AND JavaScript AND Bash shell scripting * Familiarity with Linux administration, system file hierarchy, root commands * Ability to troubleshoot and deploy tools such as Redhat and Ansible. * Ability to automate dataflow between distributed software systems. * Hands-on experience with NIFI to forward collected log events to repositories for analysis. * Familiarity with this open-source platform for the development of containerized applications for distributed applications e.g. Kubernetes., * Ability to launch and configure VMWare instances (i.e., vCenter) * Create/Maintain bash scripts to dump and load databases * Experience with Ruby, Java and Perl * Fundamental experience with DevOps tools such as nxLog, Graphana, GIT, SaltStack (SALT) Clearance Requirement: * Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Poly Physical Requirements: * Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time. * Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. * Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as, the copy machine/fax machine/computer/printer. ## Description MANTECH seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Software Engineer to join our team located in the Ft. 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