Software engineer

Job Title: Kubernetes EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a Kubernetes Engineer to support containerization development across three large Navy ship and submarine platforms. This role involves working with technologies ranging from commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) sonar/acoustic systems to submarine subsystem communication systems and specialty sensors. These systems play a critical role in ensuring submarines function properly to scan the waters, detect threats, and keep our sailors aware and safe.

Responsibilities

• Perform software integration tasks.

• Enable a Linux system to function effectively with a private cloud.

• Engage in testing, debugging code, and working with containers and orchestrators.

• Design, develop, and deploy containers using Kubernetes in a Linux OS environment, optimizing for performance, security, and scalability.

• Develop Kubernetes rulesets for scheduling and implement interprocess communication within containers.

• Optimize GPU performance.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Kubernetes, Linux, and container integration.

• Experience with Python and Bash scripting.

• Knowledge of clusters, orchestration, and GPU optimization.

• Eligibility for Secret Clearance (must have interim Secret minimum to start).

• 3+ years of development, integration, and troubleshooting experience with Linux/Unix Operating System.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with GPU optimization within containers.

• Proficiency with RKE2 and KubeVIP.

• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

• Proficiency in version control systems such as Git.

• Understanding of interprocess communication within containers and pod networking.

• Proficiency with Kubernetes rulesets for scheduling.

• Experience in designing containers to be highly available.

Work Environment

The position is based at a 2000+ person site in Manassas, VA. The work schedule is flexible, offering options such as 4/10s, 9/80, or a standard 5 days/40-hour week. This environment offers great tenure with opportunities to work on multiple programs and enhance technology knowledge.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2026.

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