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# Principal Cloud Software Engineer

- **Company:** Envision-Innovative Solutions
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Business Analytics Applications, User Authentication, Bash Shell, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Apache Lucene, Computer Programming, Distributed Computing Environment, Distributed Systems, Apache Hadoop, Hadoop Distributed File System, MapReduce, Apache HBase, Information Retrieval, Java Web Services, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Apache Maven, MongoDB, Object-Oriented Software Development, Performance Tuning, Public Key Infrastructure, Ruby, Software Engineering, Apache Solr, Virtualization Technology, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Apache Zookeeper, Data Processing, Scripting, Apache Yarn, Software Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Avro, Restful APIs
- **Published:** June 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8975598/principal-cloud-software-engineer

## About the Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Principal Cloud Software Engineer to join our team in Annapolis Junction, Maryland., * 12+ years of Software Engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope and complexity

 * Minimum 2 years of experience with Big Data, Cloud Technologies, or Distributed Computing
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
 * Experience with:
 - Java
 - Object-Oriented Design & Programming
 - RESTful Web Services
 - Maven
 - Hadoop Ecosystem Technologies (HDFS, HBase, MapReduce, YARN, ZooKeeper)
 - Experience with Information Retrieval technologies such as Apache Solr, Lucene, or MongoDB
 - Familiarity with processing large and diverse data formats including XML, JSON, CSV, and Avro
Desired Skills:

 * Python, Bash, Ruby, or similar scripting languages
 * Cloud infrastructure and virtualization technologies
 * Multi-node system deployment and management
 * Information Assurance and secure cloud application development
 * Experience with enterprise authentication, PKI, and security best practices
Security Clearance Requirement:

 * Current/Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.

## Description

As a Principal Cloud Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain advanced Big Data and cloud-based systems supporting mission-critical operations. You will work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud computing, distributed systems, data processing, and information retrieval.
Key responsibilities include:

 * Developing and enhancing complex cloud and Big Data applications
 * Designing and implementing scalable backend processing and analytics solutions
 * Building Java-based applications and RESTful services
 * Working with Hadoop ecosystem technologies and distributed computing frameworks
 * Analyzing requirements and translating them into technical solutions
 * Troubleshooting software issues and optimizing system performance
 * Participating in software design, testing, and deployment activities
 * Collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions


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