Systems Engineer

Grvty • Chantilly, VA

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About The Position

GRVTY is seeking a Systems Engineer with an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance to join a project in Chantilly, Virginia. The role supports a team conducting technical risk analysis of enterprise and operational mission systems, networks, devices, and applications across the Sponsor’s initiatives. The engineer designs, develops, and maintains secure, scalable, highly available back-end systems using Python and Neo4J, and manages Kubernetes clusters on AWS. The position also involves working in high-security environments and following strict security protocols and compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance applicable to the customer.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or the ELK Stack.
• Knowledge of graph algorithms and data structures.
• Experience with other programming languages such as Java or C++.
• Ability to work in high-security environments while adhering to strict security protocols and compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• AWS Certified Developer – Associate or Professional.
• Kubernetes Certified Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available back-end systems using Python and Neo4J.
• Collaborate with the development team to identify and prioritize project requirements.
• Develop and maintain Neo4J databases, ensuring data integrity, performance, and scalability.
• Write efficient and scalable Python code following best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate with developers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to junior developers.
• Manage and maintain Kubernetes clusters on AWS, ensuring availability, scalability, and security.
• Optimize Kubernetes deployments for performance, cost, and reliability.
• Implement security best practices and ensure the integrity of sensitive data.
• Develop and execute testing strategies to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and help ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in collaboration with the development team and other stakeholders.
• Support technical risk analysis of enterprise and operational mission systems, networks, devices, and applications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Annual paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Award programs.
• Company-sponsored events.
• Benefits supporting financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed