Software Engineer

Who Are We? 
Groundswell is a premier technology integrator resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results. Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace? Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.
 

What You'll do:

Groundswell is seeking an experienced Software Engineer who is excited by the challenge to design and build systems for world leading scale. The distributed engineering teams build global standardized technologies for containers, cloud agnostic K8s operators, controller methodologies for application lifecycle management, service mesh, side cars, configuration management, and more. The ideal candidate has a keen interest in improving operational efficiency and works with a demeanor that everything can be automated.

• Work with the following cloud-native tech stack: Kubernetes, Ruby/Groovy, Jenkins, Java, Scala, Python, Golang, Javascript, C#, Typescript or React, and more.

• Work with multi-functional teams to develop separate elements of a software that work well in the program as a whole.

• Work within and contribute to an Agile team with a culture of continuous improvement.

• Collaborate and communicate your ideas and code to team members and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline with a minimum of 4-years of relevant experience or a Master's with 2 years.

• Demonstrated software development expertise in one or more of the following domains: high availability architecture, cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, Kubernetes (custom, EKS, GKE), CI/CD pipielines and GitOps (Jenkins, Argo), and Service Mesh (Istio, Envoy).

• Expertise in one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Scala, Python, GoLang, Javascript, C#, Typescript or React

• Strong understanding of modern Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, as well as collaborate with multi-functional teams.

• Generate clear and maintainable documentation for each updated area of the application as a reference for future development efforts.

• Must be a US Citizen

• May require occasional travel (up to 5%)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise with Kubernetes, AWS architecture and development, and Linux Operating system and network.

• Experience handling and solving distributed systems in a public cloud.

• AWS certification preferred

Skills:

Certification:

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

· Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans 

· Flexible Spending Account 

· 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting) 

· Paid Time Off 

· Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development

· Flexible work schedule

· On-site gym and childcare option 
 

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

$86,694.00 - $168,940.00

NOTE: Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Groundswell is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
 

Read a copy of the Company’s Affirmative Action Statement.

Additional Resources:

• EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA
• EEO is the Law Poster and Supplement
• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at [email protected] or 703-639-1777.