Senior Software Integration Engineer - Kubernetes and Automation - Fully Cleared

Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group • Columbia, MD

43d

About The Position

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most At Intelliforce, we build technology that drives mission success. As a Senior Software Integration Engineer supporting the MYSTICPOTIONS Subtask on the PaaS TTO, you’ll work on the backbone of a secure, large-scale Kubernetes environment supporting critical national objectives. You’ll join a skilled team of engineers who thrive on problem-solving, innovation, and precision. Intelliforce empowers you to use your expertise where it counts, supporting systems that protect and connect. Here's What Your Day-to-Day Might Include Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot a large-scale, multi-tenant Kubernetes “on-prem” cluster Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to integrate new services and enforce best practices Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools like Helm and Ansible Ensure high availability, performance, and security across the Kubernetes-based environment Support COTS/GOTS software integration, documentation, and sustainment updates Execute test code for software performance validation Use monitoring tools such as Prometheus and Grafana for proactive system oversight

Requirements

• Clearance: Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (must be active). We do not have the ability to sponsor clearances.
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen. We cannot sponsor visas.
• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field and eight (8) years of relevant experience integrating, installing, configuring, upgrading, compiling, and supporting COTS/GOTS software in a heterogeneous environment OR five (5) years of full-time directly related work in Computer Science may substitute for a degree with eight (8) years of experience OR industry-recognized certification may substitute for one (1) year of experience OR a Master’s degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience
• Strong Linux command-line experience
• Scripting with Bash or Python
• Kubernetes workload, networking, ingress, storage, and performance troubleshooting
• Docker and containerization expertise
• Kubernetes cluster administration and monitoring experience
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Helm, Ansible)
• Familiarity with Prometheus, Grafana, and Git-based workflows

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence)
• CI/CD pipeline design and implementation
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) credential

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot a large-scale, multi-tenant Kubernetes “on-prem” cluster
• Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to integrate new services and enforce best practices
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools like Helm and Ansible
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security across the Kubernetes-based environment
• Support COTS/GOTS software integration, documentation, and sustainment updates
• Execute test code for software performance validation
• Use monitoring tools such as Prometheus and Grafana for proactive system oversight

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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees