Junior DevOps Software Engineer- Fully Cleared

Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group • Columbia, MD

16h • $89,000 - $117,000

About The Position

At Intelliforce, we build technology that directly supports national security and mission success. As a Junior Software Engineer, you’ll join a forward-thinking team focused on modern software delivery, DevOps practices, and emerging AI capabilities. This role is designed for someone early in their career who’s eager to learn, contribute, and grow while supporting systems that matter. You’ll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers, helping maintain and evolve the infrastructure and applications that power real operational outcomes.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required). We do not have the ability to sponsor clearances.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen. We cannot sponsor visas.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Systems
• No prior professional experience required
• Four years of relevant technical experience may be substituted in place of a bachelor’s degree
• Working knowledge of at least one programming language, such as Python
• Familiarity with DevOps concepts, including CI/CD pipelines
• Basic understanding of Infrastructure as Code principles
• Foundational knowledge of web development technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and workflows

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with serverless computing platforms such as AWS Lambda
• Exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker
• Interest in web security, application monitoring, network profiling, or device fingerprinting
• Exposure to mobile application development or SDKs
• Personal, academic, or internship projects demonstrating hands-on technical experience

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the development, maintenance, and deployment of mission software applications
• Supporting automated build and deployment pipelines as part of a modern CI/CD workflow
• Learning and applying Infrastructure as Code concepts to help manage cloud environments
• Writing Python code to support backend services and automate routine processes
• Contributing to web applications and APIs used across mission teams
• Collaborating with engineers, DevOps staff, and stakeholders to integrate solutions across platforms
• Gaining exposure to AI-enabled tools and workflows used to enhance operational capabilities

Benefits

• Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because.
• Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.
• Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.
• Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.
• A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees