Software Engineer II (Data Workflow and Automation)

Staffed4U•Annapolis Junction, MD

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The organization is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain data workflows and automation pipelines using Apache Airflow. This role supports mission-critical data engineering, analytics, and operational use cases by building reliable, scalable, and observable workflow orchestration solutions. The selected candidate will collaborate closely with data engineers, platform teams, and mission stakeholders to ensure workflows are efficient, secure, and production-ready.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance (required at time of hire)
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
Seven (7) years of Software Engineering experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Software Engineer
Proficiency with Linux CLI and standard Linux tools
Experience with Bash scripting
Programming experience in Python and Java
Experience with Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration
Experience with distributed big data processing frameworks, including Apache Spark
Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, containerd, and Podman
Experience with Git-based source control systems

Nice To Haves

Experience with Atlassian tool suite, including Jira and Confluence
Familiarity with AWS Cloud services and infrastructure
Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and workflow observability tools

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain data workflows and automation pipelines using Apache Airflow
Develop scalable and reliable workflow orchestration solutions supporting data engineering and analytics operations
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize workflow performance and reliability
Integrate workflows with distributed data processing systems and enterprise platforms
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure and efficient data pipeline operations
Support deployment, testing, and continuous improvement of data systems and automation frameworks

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees and eligible dependents.
Employer-paid premiums for select high-quality medical plans, with additional plan options available to meet varying needs.
Employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
Employer-paid basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
Optional supplemental insurance coverage available for employees and eligible dependents.
Employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan equal to 10% of salary each pay period.
No employee contribution required to receive employer contributions.
Immediate vesting of employer contributions upon hire.
Employee referral bonus program, including initial and retention incentives.
Annual performance-based bonus eligibility.
Four (4) weeks of paid annual leave.
Eleven (11) paid federal holidays, with flexible scheduling options where permitted.
Telework opportunities based on role and contract requirements.
Additional administrative leave for inclement weather or operational disruptions where telework is not feasible.
Bereavement leave for immediate family members.
Parental leave for birth or adoption, with potential eligibility for short-term disability benefits.
Annual education reimbursement (up to $5,250) for accredited degree programs relevant to job responsibilities.
Additional funding for professional development, including training, certifications, and industry conferences.
Reimbursement (up to $1,000 every two years) for home office and technical equipment.
Annual allowance for professional apparel and related items.
Monthly wellness stipend to support fitness memberships, programs, equipment, or recreational activities.
Access to programs and resources supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being.
Formal employee recognition program with opportunities for awards and incentives.
Participation in employee engagement initiatives, team events, and organizational activities designed to promote collaboration and workplace satisfaction.