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Responsibilities also include resolving technical issues, supporting system enhancements, and continuing to improve performance and interoperability.\r\nWhat you bring to the table\r\n7+ years of relevant experience as a Software Engineer\r\nA Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution. Four (4) additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree\r\nExperience using the Linux CLI and Tools\r\nExperience developing scripts using Bash\r\nRecent Python (3.x) software development experience\r\nExperience with Rust programming concepts, or a willingness and aptitude to learn Rust\r\nExperience with NoSQL databases including MongoDB\r\nExperience with containerization technologies such as Docker and containerd\r\nExperience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes\r\nExperience creating Helm Charts to deploy containerized services on Kubernetes\r\nFamiliar with Messaging Frameworks including RabbitMQ\r\nFamiliar with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI\r\nFamiliar with IaC principles, methodologies, and tools such as Ansible\r\nExperience using Git Source Control System\r\nAn active US Government TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph\r\nBonus Skills\r\nExperience with SQL databases including PostgreSQL\r\nExperience with the Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and Confluence\r\nThe total package\r\nOur total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/ disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit our benefits tab for additional information.\r\nSalary Range: Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself. Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is: $150,000 - $200,000.\r\nSome of our additional perks and benefits include\r\nRetire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.\r\nHave a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.\r\nStay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forge free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!\r\nKeep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.\r\nDress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.\r\nEnjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!\r\nEvery day, our elite customers are pushing through \"the grind\" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. 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