Software Engineer - SME Level (Automation & Integration Lead)

VivSoft Technologies • Arlington, VA

23h

About The Position

We are seeking a Software Engineer – SME Level to serve as the Automation & Integration Lead supporting a large-scale federal IT program. This role will provide technical leadership across automation, API integration, and AI/ML engineering initiatives, ensuring seamless interoperability between systems and mission partners. The ideal candidate brings deep enterprise IT experience and the ability to lead cross-functional teams while driving modernization and integration strategies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise information technology.
• Strong experience with automation frameworks, API integration, and enterprise system interoperability.
• Ability to lead technical teams and manage cross-functional coordination.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• AWS Solutions Architect
• CompTIA Security+

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting federal or DoD environments.
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML engineering initiatives.
• Experience with modern cloud platforms and DevSecOps practices.
• Azure certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Automation, Integration, and AI/ML engineering sub-team.
• Coordinate API management, interface maintenance, and system integration activities.
• Oversee test automation strategy and implementation.
• Monitor and track integration health across platforms and environments.
• Coordinate with external partners and stakeholders to ensure successful integrations.
• Provide status updates, risks, and technical recommendations to the Project Manager.
• Guide engineering teams on best practices for automation, integration, and scalable system design.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Visions Plans
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Flexible/Combined PTO, Bereavement Leave, 11 Company Paid Holidays)
• 401K Retirement Plan with employer match
• Professional Development Training Reimbursement
• Flexible/remote work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level