Independent Software, Inc.

DevOps Software Engineer, Level 3

Independent Software, Inc.  •  Fort Meade, MD (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

What You Will Do

At Independent Software, as a DevOps Software Engineer Level 3, you will support the development, deployment, and administration of complex mission-critical systems. This highly customer-facing role combines software engineering, DevOps, Kubernetes, Linux, and infrastructure automation in support of satellite communications systems.

You will work with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy solutions using C++ or Python, Kubernetes, GPU technologies, and modern DevOps practices while helping ensure systems meet operational and user requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, deploy, and sustain mission-critical software and infrastructure solutions
  • Develop software and automation using C++ and/or Python
  • Design, deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Kubernetes environments
  • Support containerized applications, cluster networking, storage, monitoring, and security
  • Automate system configuration and deployment using Ansible, Bash, Python, and Git-based workflows
  • Configure, troubleshoot, and secure Linux environments, including RHEL and Rocky Linux
  • Support CI/CD pipelines, GitOps workflows, and automated testing
  • Troubleshoot networking, software, infrastructure, and deployment issues
  • Collaborate directly with customers and engineering teams to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions
  • Support GPU technologies and satellite/RF-related applications

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Strong Software Engineering and/or DevOps experience
  • Development experience with C++ and/or Python
  • Advanced Linux administration and troubleshooting experience
  • Experience with Kubernetes and containerized applications
  • Experience with DevOps, Git-based workflows, CI/CD, and automation
  • Experience with Ansible and/or similar automation technologies
  • Strong troubleshooting and customer-facing communication skills

Desired Skills

  • Rancher and RKE2
  • Kubernetes cluster design, lifecycle management, networking, storage, security, and high availability
  • Helm and CNCF technologies
  • CKA certification
  • Ansible playbook and role development
  • Bash, Go, YAML, and JSON
  • GPU technologies
  • Networking, including switching, routing, and VLANs
  • PXE boot and automated OS deployment
  • RF data processing, RF application development, and/or satellite communications experience

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline plus twenty (20) years of relevant Software Engineering experience; OR
  • Twenty-four (24) years of relevant Software Engineering experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.


Clearance Requirement:

  • Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role


Why Choose Independent Software:

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.

When you join us, you will:

  • Support critical national security missions that matter
  • Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
  • Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance


Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger.

Apply today.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Independent Software, Inc.

About Independent Software, Inc.

Independent Software supports our customers by providing next-generation cyber services, intelligence and all-source analytics, machine learning, and mission application development. In addition to our service-based efforts, we also offer innovative IT and cyber products to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We are a Woman-Owned Small Business committed to hiring veterans and supporting our national defense missions.

We are driven to perform for our clients, protect our professional staff, and improve shareholder value. Employee and client satisfaction are key metrics for our corporate management team. Maintaining positive relationships with all our industry partners has delivered impressive business results. Our Mission and Vision statements speak to these values.

Mission Statement:

Independent Software is dedicated to ensuring national security and supporting our customers through quality intelligence products and highly skilled personnel that enable a diverse set of federal and commercial missions. A large percentage of our employees are veterans, so we understand the importance of providing timely, effective, and actionable intelligence and tools to the warfighter. Our personnel have embodied our focused, mission-first approach to supporting national security missions in dynamic environments since 2005.

Independent Software is built on five core values which, when taken together, guide us to continuously maintain our focus and achieve our vision - 1) Customer Success, 2) Employee Success, 3) Technical Excellence, 4) Fiscal Responsibility, and 5) Social Awareness.

We engage our core competencies to meet customer mission challenges in - 1) Enterprise Software Engineering, 2) Offensive and Defensive Cyber Services, 3) Data Science and Decision-Making Analytics, and 4) All-Source Analytics.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Ellicott City, Maryland
Year Founded
2005
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