Principal‐Level Software Engineer (Java, Python)
Principal‑Level Software Engineer (Java, Python)
Locations: Annapolis Junction, MD
Shifts Available
Flexible; shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Job Description
IDS is seeking a Principal‑Level Software Engineer to create custom analytics that perform at scale. The engineer will work closely with data scientists and end users to develop analytic tools that support discovery and tradecraft around critical global challenges and operationalize data science within customer environments.
Key Duties
Work directly with data scientists and mission analysts to solve complex strategic problems
Perform end‑to‑end software engineering to prototype, develop, integrate, test, and deploy analytic tools
Integrate tools and tradecraft into customer corporate architectures
Support the operationalization of data science solutions at scale
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with eleven (11) years of relevant experience, or equivalent
Strong experience with Jupyter Notebooks, Java MapReduce, and Python PySpark
Strong experience with statistical analysis and machine learning fundamentals
Strong experience with customer tools, architecture, data flow, and big‑data environments
Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and GitLab
Experience working in Agile development environments
Experience with end‑to‑end software development processes (requirements, design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment, and maintenance)
Experience with data science, Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Large Language Models (LLMs)
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Compensation
Salary range: $155,000 – $175,000
Benefits
Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.
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