> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3055091-aws-software-engineer-cloud-devops-w-ci-poly](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3055091-aws-software-engineer-cloud-devops-w-ci-poly). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AWS Software Engineer (Cloud / DevOps) w/ CI Poly - **Company:** Strategic Inc - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Code Review, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Prometheus, Shell Script, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Datadog, AWS Cdk, Cloud Platform System, Grafana, AWS Lambda, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Cloudformation, Servicebus, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Functional Programming, Cloudwatch, Api Gateway, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Terraform, Devsecops, Docker, Static Application Security Testing, Microservices, Dynamic Application Security Testing - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8995721/aws-software-engineer-cloud-devops-w-ci-poly ## About the Role * U.S. Citizenship and an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. * Six (6) or more years of professional software engineering experience, including substantial work in cloud environments. * Proficiency in at least one modern language: Python, Java, JavaScript / TypeScript, or C#. * Hands-on experience with AWS services including EC2, S3, Lambda, API Gateway, VPC, and IAM. * Demonstrated experience designing and operating CI/CD pipelines. * Working knowledge of Docker and container-based deployment. * Comfort in Linux environments with shell scripting (Bash) skills. * Strong full-lifecycle ownership - from requirements through production support. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field - or equivalent professional experience. * Clear written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation, stakeholder coordination, and customer-facing delivery. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Multi-project consulting or professional-services background. * Federal or defense-customer delivery experience. * Infrastructure-as-Code expertise (Terraform, AWS CDK, CloudFormation). * Kubernetes / EKS experience. * DevSecOps practices: Static Application Security Testing (SAST) / Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) integration, software supply chain, image hardening. * Observability tooling: CloudWatch, OpenTelemetry, ELK, Prometheus, Grafana., * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional * AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional * AWS Certified Developer - Associate * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) ## Description SBS is partnering with Amazon Web Services to staff senior engineers who blend application development with cloud and DevOps engineering on a high-visibility federal program. You will own services end-to-end - from writing the code to deploying, monitoring, and operating it in production. This role requires a current TS/SCI with CI Polygraph and is staffed onsite at Fort Meade, MD. You will work alongside AWS Professional Services and the customer's mission application teams on systems where uptime, performance, and security matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable AWS-native applications and services. * Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines that enable safe, frequent, and auditable deployments. * Automate infrastructure provisioning using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation. * Develop APIs, microservices, and event-driven components using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, SQS, and EventBridge. * Ensure applications meet production-readiness, security, and performance standards before release. * Containerize workloads with Docker and operate them on Amazon ECS or Amazon EKS. * Diagnose and resolve issues across development, integration, and production environments. * Collaborate cross-functionally with AWS, customer architecture teams, and other vendors. * Participate in Agile ceremonies, design reviews, and code reviews. * Continuously optimize system performance, cost, and operational efficiency. ## Related Videos - [30 powerful AWS hacks in just 30 minutes: Boost your developer productivity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1624-30-powerful-aws-hacks-in-just-30-minutes-boost-your-developer-productivity) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [5 steps for running a Kubernetes environment at scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/88-5-steps-for-running-a-kubernetes-environment-at-scale) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Dev Digest 162: AI careers, MCP, AWS best practices & floppy sweaters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/571-dev-digest-162-ai-careers-mcp-aws-best-practices-floppy-sweaters)