Cleared Senior Software Engineer
Java-based software engineer building and modernizing tools and integrations across the Atlassian ecosystem for government customers, using Java, Spring, Docker, OpenSearch, and scripting languages.
- Compensation
- $185K–$230K / yr
- Location
- Ft. Meade, MD
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 9+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 9 years of relevant Software Engineering experience
- Proficiency with Linux CLI
- Scripting experience with Bash, Python, and/or Groovy
- Recent Java software development experience in Linux environments
- Experience with Spring Framework
- Experience with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
- Experience with Docker and containerization technologies
- Experience with Apache Velocity
- Experience with OpenSearch
- Experience using Atlassian Plugin SDK
- Experience documenting configurations, procedures, and system changes
- Bachelor's degree (or 4 years additional experience in lieu)
- TS/SCI w/Poly security clearance
Nice to have
- Experience with Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo)
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code principles
- Experience with Ansible
- Experience with cloud technologies
- Experience developing integrations and services that improve workflows
Full description
Senior Software Engineer (Telework Eligible)Summary
Join a team developing and supporting tools and services that enhance enterprise development workflows. This role focuses on Java-based software development, automation, integrations, and modernization across the Atlassian ecosystem. The ideal candidate enjoys solving technical challenges, building efficient solutions, and collaborating with developers, system administrators, project managers, and mission customers.
Required
- 9 years of relevant Software Engineering experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
- Proficiency with the Linux command-line interface (CLI).
- Strong scripting experience with Bash, Python, and/or Groovy.
- Recent Java software development experience in Linux environments.
- Experience with the Spring Framework.
- Experience with modern web technologies including JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
- Experience with Docker and containerization technologies.
- Experience with Apache Velocity.
- Experience with OpenSearch.
- Experience using the Atlassian Plugin SDK to create or extend Atlassian applications.
- Experience documenting configurations, procedures, and system changes.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years of additional TE or related experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
- Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/PolyDesired
- Experience with the Atlassian suite of tools, including Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Bamboo.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
- Experience with automation tools such as Ansible.
- Experience with cloud technologies.
- Experience developing integrations and services that improve workflows and productivity.
*Salary Range: $ 185,000 - $230,000
*The provided salary range is an approximation based on current market data and may vary. The final offer will be determined after carefully considering the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to the position. This range is intended as a reference point and is subject to change.Bestgate Engineering is a leading software and systems engineering firm supporting military and government customers.
We are currently hiring Cleared Software Developers, CNO Engineers, Systems Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Security Engineers.
At Bestgate, you'll work alongside some of the industry's most experienced software and systems engineers, tackling mission-critical challenges across cloud-native technologies, software modernization, embedded systems, data science, DevSecOps, and more. We believe exceptional people deserve exceptional support, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package focused on your well-being, career development, and work-life balance, including: