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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer IV - **Company:** CLEAREDGE, LLC - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Bash Shell, Software Quality, Collaborative Software, Data Transformation, Data Security, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Operational Data Store, Shell Script, Systems Integration, Web Services, Enterprise Data Management, Data Processing, Scripting, Git, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Atlassian Tools, Non-relational Database, Apache Nifi, Software Version Control, Data Pipelines - **Published:** June 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8976192/software-engineer-iv ## About the Role * Have deep experience designing and troubleshooting complex operational data flows * Are highly proficient in Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting * Have strong experience designing and implementing Java-based solutions * Are experienced administering and developing dataflows using Apache NiFi * Enjoy working directly with mission customers to analyze and transform raw data * Understand data security, compliance, and corporate data flow processes * Are comfortable leading development efforts and ensuring software quality standards * Can evaluate hardware/software trade-offs and recommend optimal technical solutions * Thrive in environments requiring both hands-on development and technical leadership, * Active TS/SCI with Polygraph within the last seven (7) years * Master's degree in a related field and ten (10) years of SWE experience, or Bachelor's degree a related field and twelve (12) years of SWE experience, or fourteen (14) years of SWE experience * Experience developing in Unix/Linux environments * Strong proficiency using Linux CLI tools * Experience writing scripts using Bash and Python * Experience designing and implementing Java solutions * Experience with Apache NiFi system administration * Experience using Apache NiFi canvas to process and distribute data * Experience creating, managing, and troubleshooting complex operational data flows * Experience using collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence * Working knowledge of Configuration Management tools and Web Services implementation * Experience with Agile development processes and Git source control Nice to Have: * Experience with corporate data flow processes and enterprise tools * Experience with corporate data security and compliance procedures * Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and maintain Perl scripts and applications * Experience with relational and non-relational databases * Experience serving as technical lead for multiple development teams ## Description You will work directly with customers to perform exploratory data analysis, transform raw data into required formats, and improve the reliability and performance of operational data processing systems. In addition to hands-on engineering, you will provide technical leadership, contribute to system design decisions, and ensure software quality across the development lifecycle., * Designing, sustaining, and troubleshooting operational data flows across storage and transport systems * Administering and developing data processing workflows using Apache NiFi * Performing exploratory data analysis to clean, enrich, and transform mission data * Developing Java-based solutions and writing Bash/Python/Perl scripts to support automation and data processing * Integrating COTS, GOTS, and OSS technologies into mission environments * Ensuring compliance with corporate data security and governance policies * Reviewing and testing software components to ensure adherence to design requirements * Coordinating with system and hardware engineers to derive requirements and validate interfaces * Providing technical oversight, improving development standards, and ensuring quality control across team products ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [JavaScript? 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