Senior EngineerAt Shadow Strategies, you will join a culture defined by innovation, purpose, and meaningful impact. We seek senior engineers who design and deliver resilient software systems that support real mission outcomes. If you are inspired by complexity, motivated by clarity, and committed to excellence, we invite you to become part of something exceptional. This role supports the design, development, and operation of a suite of web-based analysis tools used in mission environments.
You will work across containerized React user interfaces, Java and Go microservices, custom REST security services, and data platforms including MongoDB and OpenSearch. These systems provide users with real-time alerting, advanced historical querying, and secure document storage and retrieval.What You'll DoDesign, deploy, and maintain cloud-native applications and servicesImplement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and GitLab runnersEstablish and manage staging environments and Kubernetes clustersDeploy and test software across multiple environmentsCreate and manage infrastructure as code using TerraformWrite and maintain Helm charts for application deploymentTransfer software artifacts between systems and networksProduce clear technical documentation and operational guidesMonitor system health, performance, and resource utilizationWho This Might Be a Fit ForDesign infrastructure that operates quietly, efficiently, and predictablyThink in automation, reproducibility, and resilienceUnderstand the full lifecycle - from code commit to production deploymentHave deep experience with AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, and containerizationCare about observability, documentation, and system health as much as uptimeRequired SkillsAWS tools and servicesTerraform and infrastructure-as-code practicesEKS, Docker, Kubernetes, and HelmGit and GitLab, including CI/CD pipelines and runnersLinux systems administrationHelpful Experience AreasCloud-native systems operating in AWS environmentsKubernetes-based deployments using EKS and HelmSecure REST services and service-to-service authenticationObservability, logging, alerting, and performance tuningWorking across front-end, backend, and data layers in integrated systemsYears of Experience and Degree RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and 20 years of experience OR 24 years of experience without a degreeWhat You'll BuildDesign, deploy, and maintain cloud-native applications and servicesImplement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and GitLab runnersEstablish and manage staging environments and Kubernetes clustersDeploy and test software across multiple environmentsCreate and manage infrastructure as code using TerraformWrite and maintain Helm charts for application deploymentTransfer software artifacts between systems and networksProduce clear technical documentation and operational guidesMonitor system health, performance, and resource utilizationWork EnvironmentBased in Columbia, MDUp to 2 days of telework per week depending on tasking and customer needsMission-focused teams supporting operational systemsEngineers are trusted to own outcomes and make technical decisionsWhat Comes With ItFully covered health insurance for medical, dental, and visionPaid parental leave: 16 weeks if you give birth, 4 weeks if your partner doesFlexible leave: 36 days total each year, including 25 days of PTO and 11 paid holidays401(k) for your futureShort-term and long-term disabilityAnnual health stipend if you opt out of our insuranceThe Extras? They're Built InNo points systems. No bean bags.
Just clarity, autonomy, and a mission that matters.Elite talent deserves elite support. Our benefits empower you to excel professionally and personally, recognizing your value through comprehensive health coverage, disability protection, and meaningful well-being initiatives.By investing in you, we ensure you have the tools, resources, and support you need to thrive, inside and outside of work.Shadow Strategies is committed to providing an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. We embrace individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Shadow Strategies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to creating a workplace that values diversity and fosters inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.