As a Cloud Software Engineer (CSWE) Level 3 at Independent Software, you will develop, maintain, and enhance complex Big Data cloud systems supporting mission-critical operations.
You will contribute across the software lifecycle, including front-end development, back-end processing, data ingestion, analytics, indexing, and deployment within distributed cloud environments.
You will work with modern web, microservices, and cloud technologies to build scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions while collaborating with engineering teams throughout design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, maintain, and enhance complex software applications
Develop modern front-end applications and integrate them with backend services, APIs, and database interfaces
Develop middleware solutions to retrieve, parse, process, and deliver data to front-end applications
Analyze user requirements and translate them into software design and performance requirements
Design and implement database and data repository interfaces and queries
Debug software, resolve defects, and improve application performance
Integrate existing software into new or modified systems and operating environments
Develop and execute software testing procedures and ensure quality of developed solutions
Lead and mentor software developers, providing technical guidance and code reviews
Collaborate with system engineers, UX/UI teams, and other technical stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle
Develop and maintain software and system documentation
Experience developing software for cloud-based or distributed computing environments
Experience with JavaScript and modern front-end development, including React/JSX
Back-end development experience with Node.js, Python, Rust, or similar technologies
Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, microservices, and containerized application deployment
Experience with Big Data, data processing, or Information Retrieval technologies
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Strong software development, integration, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Experience with NiFi, Elasticsearch, Redis, MySQL, Neo4j, Grafana, or InfluxDB
Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other messaging technologies
Experience with Ansible, Salt, Terraform, or similar automation technologies
Familiarity with service mesh, WebSockets, cloud migration, and multi-site architectures
Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Jest
Familiarity with Apache Superset, JBLOCKS, CASPORT, or agency security labeling technologies
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus twelve (12) years of Software Engineering experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Four (4) years of additional Cloud Software Engineering experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree
Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
Support critical national security missions that matter
Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance
Ready to take the next step in your career?
Join us and be part of something bigger.
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We’re an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
About Independent Software
Defense and National Security50 employeesFounded 2005
Provides software and systems engineering for national security missions.