Red Alpha

Lead Software Engineer (TS/SCI with Polygraph required)

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3 months ago
Annapolis Junction, MD, USAStaff+

Base Salary

$180k - $225k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of a secure, scalable AWS-based full-stack application for encryption key storage and management.
  • Develop backend services using Java and Python and frontend functionality using ReactJS.
  • Build and deploy containerized applications with Kubernetes and Docker.
  • Provide technical guidance to engineering teams and collaborate with customer stakeholders on complex technical challenges.
  • Design and implement encryption key management solutions and contribute to planning, documentation, testing, defect resolution, and project-status communication.
  • Participate in shared 24/7 mission-critical application support when required.

Requirements

  • B.S. in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent years of experience.
  • At least 8 years of Java development experience.
  • At least 8 years of experience with modern development practices.
  • Experience with REST APIs.
  • TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
  • Familiarity with encryption libraries and key management capabilities is preferred.
  • Experience with AWS, ReactJS, Service-Oriented Architecture, and Kubernetes is preferred.
  • Ability to apply best practices across solution planning, technical documentation, testing, defect resolution, and project planning.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid schedule with up to three telework days per week based on program and customer requirements.
  • Competitive base salary and bonus programs.
  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, including 100% employee premium coverage for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) contributions of up to 10% with immediate vesting.
  • Up to 25 days of paid time off and 11 paid floating holidays.
  • Up to $5,250 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional memberships.
  • Access to a fully equipped gym and company and team events.
  • Potential pay differential for shared 24/7 support.
Red Alpha

About Red Alpha

51-200 employees

Red Alpha is a privately held software engineering firm that builds custom data, cloud, and analytics solutions for U.S. national security and cybersecurity customers. It delivers enterprise software development, UI/UX, and technical advisory services under government and commercial contracts; founded in 2011 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland.

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