• Software Engineer

    Actalent (Fairfax, VA)


    Job Title: Software Engineer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a talented Software Engineer for a Platform as a Service position, offering the opportunity to advance cutting-edge technology supporting vital national defense and intelligence services. This role involves close collaboration with customers to develop solutions for high-stakes security missions.

    Responsibilities

    + Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team including hardware, software, and cybersecurity experts.

    + Communicate software solutions and designs to medium and large teams of software engineers.

    + Manage infrastructure ecosystem PaaS, troubleshoot, and integrate SWFTS.

    + Resolve complex issues and conduct research spikes.

    + Support DevOps and CI/CD processes.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong Kubernetes skills including disconnected installation, administration, and troubleshooting.

    + Extensive experience with OpenShift, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, and other container orchestration/PaaS technologies.

    + Solid bash and Python scripting experience.

    + Strong Red Hat Linux Administration

    + Experience with generating and troubleshooting scripts (bash, python, perl).

    + Ability to troubleshoot and repair hardware problems.

    + Experience with Kickstart creation and modification.

    + Experience with configuring network-related hardware.

    + Technical communication skills and organizational skills.

    + Real-time containers and orchestration.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field required.

    + 7+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree plus 5 years of experience.

    + Agile or SCRUM experience required.

    + Past leadership experience or readiness for leadership.

    + Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at the time of hire.

    + Certification in Kubernetes (CKA).

    + Certification in Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

    + Experience with AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System.

    + Implementation and troubleshooting experience with virtualization technologies like KVM.

    + Excellent communication skills; effective presenter with both internal and external audiences.

    + Strong knowledge of technology trends and ability to champion new ideas and improvements.

    + Creative thinking and ability to multitask effectively.

    Work Environment

    This position is onsite in Manassas with the option for a 9/80 schedule. The role involves working on the Platform as a Service team and guiding engineers through complex assignments.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $76.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Fairfax,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.