{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1f2282dd6c7e7ae40363bc0e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1f2282dd6c7e7ae40363bc0e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1f2282dd6c7e7ae40363bc0e","title":"Software Engineer 2 - (Python, Docker, Kubernetes)","description":"Software Engineer 2 - (Python, Docker, Kubernetes)Clearance: TS/SCI - Polygraph required Position ID: 02-521-SWE2 Location: Fort Meade, MarylandThe Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, deploys, documents, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements. These systems might include, but are not limited to, processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, business management information systems, and systems which incorporate data repositories, data transport services, and application and systems development and monitoring. Works individually or as part of a team.The Software Engineer shall be responsible for developing, sustaining, and troubleshooting the software suite of applications. Software development activities include implementation, testing, and integration with other COTS, GOTS, and FOSS products, packages, and libraries.Design, develop, test, deploy, document, maintain, and enhance software systems based upon documented requirements.Review and test software components for adherence to design requirements and document test results.Resolve software problem reports.Provide specific input to software components of system design, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and use of OSS/COTS/GOTS software.Develop and sustain the software suite of applications.Implement, test, and integrate software with other COTS, GOTS, and FOSS products, packages, and libraries.Position Required Skills:Experience developing in UnixAbility to perform shell scriptingWorking knowledge of Configuration Management (CM) tools and Web Services implementationAnalyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirementsDebug existing software and correct defectsDesign and code new software or modify existing software to add new featuresWrite or review software and system documentationIntegrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environmentsDevelop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositoriesSoftware development using languages such as C, C++, Python, Ruby, Perl, JavaScript, etc.Has experience with agile development processesHas experience with source code control systems, such as GitServe as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular projectDesign and development of relational and non-relational database applicationsUse of orchestration frameworks such as Spring and KafkaFamiliarization with queue management systemsDevelop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standardsDevelop and execute test procedures for software componentsDevelop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards and conferring with users or system engineers; analyzing systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigating problem areasModify existing software to adapt to new hardware or to improve its performanceDesign, develop, and modify software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design decisionsJava development using the Eclipse IDE (Integrated Development Environment)Development of Java 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) applicationsExperience using collaboration and software development tools (i.e. Atlassian)Software development using continuous integration practicesExperience with container technologies (i.e. Docker)Unix shell scriptingDevelopment of event driven, or data driven analyticsDevelopment of cloud-based solutions and technologiesDesign or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraintsPerform quality control on team productsRecommend and implement suggestions for improving documentation and software development process standardsOversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular projectConfer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfacesCoordinate software installation on a system and monitor performance to ensure operational specifications are metExperience using the Linux CLI and ToolsExperience developing scripts using BashRecent Python (3.x) software development experienceExperience with NoSQL databases including MongoDBExperience with containerization technologies such as Docker and containerdExperience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CIFamiliar with container orchestration technologies such as KubernetesFamiliar with Helm Charts to deploy containerized services on KubernetesFamiliar with Messaging Frameworks including RabbitMQFamiliar with IaC principles, methodologies, and tools such as AnsibleExperience using Git Source Control SystemPosition Desired Skills:Experience with SQL databases including PostgreSQLExperience with the Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and ConfluenceSWE2 Qualifications:Master's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus three (3) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.Seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.Salary Range: $196k-$239k (Annually)The range displayed above is a likely salary range for this position. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possible contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Akina is a Woman Owned, Service Disabled, Veteran Owned, Small Business, looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team. We offer a generous compensation package that includes 24 days PTO accrued annually and 11 federal holidays. Our 401k is 100% vested on your start date and the company makes a direct contribution worth 10% of your salary. Akina covers 100% of healthcare costs for employees and 50% toward dependents. We offer educational assistance towards college classes and will cover costs associated with job related training and certifications.Akina is committed to excellence and creating innovative and flexible solutions for our clients. 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These systems might include, but are not limited to, processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, business management information systems, and systems which incorporate data repositories, data transport services, and application and systems development and monitoring. Works individually or as part of a team.The Software Engineer shall be responsible for developing, sustaining, and troubleshooting the software suite of applications. 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This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possible contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Akina is a Woman Owned, Service Disabled, Veteran Owned, Small Business, looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team. We offer a generous compensation package that includes 24 days PTO accrued annually and 11 federal holidays. Our 401k is 100% vested on your start date and the company makes a direct contribution worth 10% of your salary. Akina covers 100% of healthcare costs for employees and 50% toward dependents. We offer educational assistance towards college classes and will cover costs associated with job related training and certifications.Akina is committed to excellence and creating innovative and flexible solutions for our clients. 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