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# SME Systems Engineer

- **Company:** SWIFT
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $49,997.0 - $290,004.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Big Data, CentOS, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Web Development, Amazon DynamoDB, Middleware, Github, Apache Hadoop, Monitoring of Systems, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Machine Learning, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, Octopus Deploy, Oracle (Applications), Windows PowerShell, RabbitMQ, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Redis, Ansible, Tensorflow, Prometheus, Zero Trust Network Access, Azure Machine Learning, Amazon Simple Notification Service (SNS), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Virtual Machines, Web Services, AWS Cdk, Data Logging, Data Processing, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Apache Cassandra, Pytorch, Docker Swarm, Snowflake, Grafana, Reliability of Systems, HybridCloud, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloudformation, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Cassandra, Data Analytics, Google Bigquery, Data Management, Cloudwatch, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Terraform, Splunk, Multiplatform, Data Pipelines, Devsecops, Docker, Elk Stack, Jenkins, Databricks
- **Published:** September 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/sme-systems-engineer-tysons-corner-va--79493df3-c6cd-4225-b820-eea0c375d03e

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
 * 10+ years of relevant experience in Cloud Engineering, Platform Engineering, or Systems Engineering
 * Extensive experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise infrastructure across networking, storage, compute, and container platforms
 * Strong experience with Linux systems administration (Red Hat/CentOS), including configuration, hardening, automation, and troubleshooting
 * Demonstrated experience designing and deploying hybrid and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), including cloud networking, identity, security, and cost optimization
 * Experience with relational and NoSQL database technologies including Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB, and Redis
 * Experience developing and integrating web services, APIs, middleware, and event-driven messaging systems (SQS, SNS, RabbitMQ)
 * Proficient in scripting and automation using Python, Bash, and PowerShell, and Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation
 * Experienced in implementing CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflows using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, and ArgoCD
 * Strong background in security best practices, systems hardening, and monitoring/incident response using Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, ELK Stack, and CloudWatch
 * Skilled in creating as-is and to-be architecture documentation, detailed engineering designs, and implementation/migration plans
 * US citizenship with an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance

Desired Skills:

 * Knowledge of machine learning platforms (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, SageMaker)
 * Familiarity with big data ecosystems (e.g., Hadoop, Databricks, Snowflake, Google BigQuery)
 * Strong background in ITIL processes and agile methodologies
 * Observability and monitoring tools (e.g., logging, metrics, tracing)
 * Zero Trust and modern security architectures
 * Data analytics, AI/ML platform exposure
 * AWS Certification: Solutions Architect Professional or equivalent, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Apache Cassandra, Apache Hadoop, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Design, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Big Data, CentOS, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cost Control, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Processing, Data Science, Database Technology, Debugging Skills, Defense Intelligence, Docker, Documentation, Ecosystems, Engineering, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), GitHub, Government, Government Contracts, Hybrid Cloud, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Intelligence Community, Jenkins, Linux Administration, Logistics, Machine Learning, Messaging Technology, Metrics, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Windows Azure, Middleware, MongoDB,
Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, MySQL, NoSQL, Oracle, Performance Analysis, PostgreSQL, Problem Solving Skills, Process Capability, Process Improvement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, RabbitMQ, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Redis, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Architecture, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Simple Queue Service (SQS), Software Development, Software Engineering, Splunk, System Migration, System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Systems Reliability, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, Virtual Machine (VM), Web Programming, Web Services, Windows PowerShell

## Description

We are looking for a SME Systems Engineer with cloud and platform engineering experience to join our high-performing Infrastructure team on a dynamic, mission-focused program. This role requires a hands-on technical expert capable of evaluating existing systems and applications, documenting current-state architectures, designing future-state solutions, and executing end-to-end enhancements or technology modernization efforts. The ideal candidate is a technical leader who delivers, not just advises-someone who collaborates seamlessly across infrastructure, platform, application, DevSecOps, security, and data teams while maintaining accountability for system reliability, performance, scalability, and security.
Responsibilities:

 * Design, implement, and maintain cloud-based and hybrid infrastructure solutions in AWS environments.
 * Develop, manage, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, and AWS CDK.
 * Support the deployment, configuration, and management of containerized applications using Kubernetes, EKS, Docker Swarm, or similar technologies.
 * Assist application teams with the creation, configuration, integration, and administration of Linux-based systems and platforms.
 * Manage day-to-day system operations, including monitoring system performance, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
 * Perform initial troubleshooting of system and data pipeline issues and collaborate with internal and external teams to efficiently resolve issues.
 * Collaborate with software engineers, data engineers, analysts, and government stakeholders to design, implement, debug, monitor, and support complex data processing capabilities.
 * Work within Agile development environments to support continuous delivery, rapid iteration, and mission responsiveness.
 * Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance reliability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency of mission systems.
 * Write and maintain technical documentation, including system documentation, processes, procedures, and training materials.
 * Perform hands-on systems engineering across network, compute, storage, operating systems, middleware, databases, and applications


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