Systems Engineer (Senior)

Job Description:

Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining complex cloud-hosted software systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of system architecture, cloud platforms, and integration methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automation
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering or related field
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools
• Background in security and compliance

Clearance Requirements:
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.

Location:
Hybrid in Ashburn, VA or Gaithersburg, MD