Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer at Independent Software, you will develop, enhance, and maintain a Kubernetes-native application that orchestrates and deploys workloads within containerized environments. You will work with modern cloud technologies, microservices, and web-based interfaces to support mission-critical systems.

You will collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams to improve application functionality, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and ensure reliable software deployment and operations., * Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications using Go (Golang), TypeScript, and Python.

• Develop and enhance web-based user interfaces using TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Build, deploy, and manage containerized applications and microservices using Kubernetes, Docker, and Helm.
• Support Kubernetes orchestration, workload provisioning, and infrastructure integration using Rancher, RKE2, and related technologies.
• Implement and maintain GitOps workflows using ArgoCD and other deployment automation tools.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs, event-driven services, and messaging technologies.
• Troubleshoot application, container, networking, and infrastructure issues across complex environments.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and infrastructure teams to support integration, deployment, and operational requirements.
• Maintain technical documentation, follow development standards, and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Strong professional software development experience, including backend and cloud-native applications.
• Proficiency in Go (Golang), including experience developing production services.
• Experience developing web applications using TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and GitOps workflows using ArgoCD.
• Hands-on experience with Docker, RKE2, or similar container orchestration technologies.
• Experience with infrastructure provisioning, hardware/software integration, Ansible configuration management, and cloud technologies.
• Experience with Rancher and Containers as a Service (CaaS).
• Understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and system design.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and messaging technologies such as Kafka.
• Experience working with SQL databases in containerized environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira, Bamboo, and Fisheye.
• Experience with Agile development, continuous integration, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Linux or UNIX system administration experience.
• Knowledge of SIGINT systems and data flows.
• Experience with Kafka, NiFi, MetalLB, and MinIO in production environments.
• Familiarity with infrastructure automation using cloud-init or Terraform.
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus or Grafana.
• Experience with Rancher technologies, including Harvester, Longhorn, and KubeVirt.
• Experience with AWS services such as EKS, S3, Lambda, and RDS.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and maintain technical documentation.

Education and Experience:

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations based on the position level.

Level 2:

• High School Diploma/GED or Associate’s Degree: 18 years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science or a related technical field: 14 years of relevant software engineering experience.

Level 3:

• High School Diploma/GED or Associate’s Degree: 24 years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science or a related technical field: 20 years of relevant software engineering experience.

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

When you join us, you will:

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger.

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.