<p>This role is part of a technical sub-family responsible for writing and maintaining source code, building and maintaining software applications, and applying frameworks involved in the software release lifecycle. This includes programming, documentation, configuration management, testing, debugging, and overall stewardship of applications and frameworks that become production-ready software products.</p><p>This role works independently on day-to-day objectives and is responsible for delivering high-impact results across projects or technical areas. This position may also coach and review work performed by junior or lower-level technical staff.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>·        Analyze, design, develop, and update software to support new features and system performance improvements.</p><p>·        Develop high-quality C++ applications in a Linux-based environment.</p><p>·        Implement and maintain communication interfaces and protocols including TCP/IP, UDP, and DDS.</p><p>·        Utilize Docker and Kubernetes (RKE2) for containerization, orchestration, and deployment automation.</p><p>·        Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to support deployments and integrations.</p><p>·        Apply strong understanding of Linux system internals for troubleshooting and development.</p><p>·        Manage and maintain software source control and configuration using industry‑standard tools.</p><p>·        Contribute to solution design discussions, influencing process and approach for the broader team.</p>

<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p>·        Bachelor’s degree with 4–8 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 2–6 years of relevant experience.</p><p>·        Strong professional experience in C++ software development.</p><p>·        Advanced knowledge of the Linux operating system.</p><p>·        Experience with communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, and DDS.</p><p>·        Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes (RKE2).</p><p>·        Experience with software source control and configuration management tools.</p><p>·        Ability to analyze, design, code, test, and update software for new features and performance improvements.</p><p>·        Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal teams.</p><p>·        Ability to develop solutions to complex technical problems requiring deep technical knowledge.</p><p>·        U.S. Citizenship (required for GLC verification requirements).</p><p>·        Ability to work 100% onsite at Arlington, VA.</p><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p><p>·        Experience working within defense-related or highly regulated technical environments.</p><p>·        Familiarity with Kubernetes automation or orchestration beyond basic deployment (RKE2 experience already required).</p><p>·        Experience supporting full lifecycle software release processes.</p><p>·        Prior experience coaching or reviewing work of junior technical staff.</p><p>·        Experience working under aggressive timelines with steep learning curves.</p><p>·        Broader knowledge of related technical domains beyond core specialization.</p>

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