ME00614-Cloud Software Engineer 3

Senior Cloud Software EngineerMomentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people.

With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence.

Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long-term stability and expertise for our customers' critical needs.Job SummarySeeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Software Engineer to support a team within a large-scale, mission-critical cloud computing environmentThe successful candidate will contribute to all phases of the Agile software development lifecycle, designing, developing, integrating, testing, deploying, and sustaining cloud-native applications supporting enterprise data platforms and large compute clustersThis position requires a technical leader capable of independently designing scalable cloud solutions, integrating Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government-Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) technologies, optimizing system performance, and mentoring junior engineersThe ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in Java development, cloud engineering, containerization, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevSecOps, and Linux-based enterprise environments supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) missionsPrimary ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, integrate, test, deploy, and sustain cloud-native software applications supporting large-scale enterprise compute environmentsPerform requirements analysis, software architecture, technical design, implementation, integration, testing, deployment, maintenance, and operational sustainmentDesign and implement scalable software solutions, including integration and extension of Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government-Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) productsDevelop high-performance Java applications supporting distributed systems, networking, and multithreaded processingTroubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex software, infrastructure, and system integration issues while optimizing performance and reliabilityDevelop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible or Puppet to automate infrastructure provisioning and configurationDesign, implement, and support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, software deployments, monitoring, and release managementDevelop and maintain containerized applications utilizing Docker and Kubernetes within microservices-based architecturesCreate and execute software integration, system, and acceptance test plans, procedures, and test scripts.Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical documentation, design artifacts, and implementation guidesReview software architectures and technical designs to ensure accuracy, completeness, scalability, maintainability, and securityProvide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior software engineers and development teamsParticipate in project planning activities, including task estimation, technical planning, scheduling, and risk identificationParticipate in a rotating Tier III on-call support schedule and provide surge support during high-priority operational eventsSupport software modernization initiatives while maintaining operational continuity and mission readinessRequired QualificationsMust have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope PolygraphBachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, including Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related fieldMinimum of eight (8) years of experience in software development and engineering, including:Requirements analysisSoftware design and developmentSoftware integrationTesting and validationTroubleshooting and problem resolutionMinimum of six (6) years of experience developing applications using Java, C, or C++Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in UNIX/Linux (Red Hat-based) environmentsMinimum of three (3) years of experience performing software integration and testing, including development of test plans and test scriptsStrong Java development experience supporting distributed systems, networking, and multithreaded applicationsExperience developing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible, Puppet, or comparable automation frameworksExperience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines supporting automated testing, deployment, monitoring, and continuous deliveryExperience working within Agile software development environments utilizing modern source control and collaborative development practicesStrong Linux administration skills and proficiency in one or more scripting languages such as Python, Bash, Ruby, or PerlExperience developing microservices and containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.Willingness to participate in a rotating Tier III on-call schedule and support surge operational requirementsAbility to work primarily onsite at the customer location with limited situational telework.Candidates must possess one of the following certifications prior to employment. Certification will be verified during the interview or offer processAWS Certified Developer – AssociateAWS Certified DevOps Engineer – ProfessionalCertified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)Hadoop Developer CertificationDesired QualificationsExperience supporting enterprise data platforms utilizing Apache HadoopExperience with Apache Accumulo, Apache NiFi, and enterprise data processing frameworksExperience with MongoDB, ActiveMQ, or similar messaging technologiesExperience developing applications using the Spring FrameworkExperience with Python and Bash scripting for automation and operational supportKnowledge of secure software development practices, cybersecurity principles, and compliance requirementsExperience supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), hybrid cloud environments, and cloud-native architecturesExperience optimizing distributed applications supporting large-scale data processing environmentsFamiliarity with enterprise monitoring, logging, and observability solutionsExempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans.

Salary is dependent upon the candidate's experience and qualifications.