Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the development of containerization across large Naval Submarine subsystems. This technology creates a common, open-architecture system-of-systems electronic design aboard submarines to promote interoperability during joint operations with integrated fighting forces. The successful candidate will utilize their engineering expertise to write secure code for communications that integrate Kubernetes with a private cloud for edge communication.

Responsibilities

Perform software integration tasks.

Ensure a Linux system works effectively with a private cloud, including testing, debugging code, and working with containers and orchestrators.

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

Develop Kubernetes rulesets for scheduling and implement interprocess communication within containers, optimizing GPU performance.

Essential Skills

BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and 8+ years of experience.

Proficient in Java and JavaScript.

Experience with development, integration, and troubleshooting in a Linux Operating System.

Experience designing and building containers with Kubernetes for efficient deployment and management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with GPU optimization within containers.

Proficiency with RKE2 and KubeVIP.

Experience with Agile development methodologies.

Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN.

Understanding of interprocess communication within containers and pod networking.

Proficiency with Kubernetes rulesets for scheduling.

Knowledge of designing containers to be highly available.

Work Environment

The position is located at a 2000+ person site in Manassas, VA. The work schedule is flexible with options such as 4/10s, 9/80, or a 5-day/40-hour week. The work environment offers opportunities to advance technology knowledge through various programs and skill development.

Job Type & Location

This is a full time / long term position based out of Manassas, Virginia.

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 Aug 22, 2025.

About Actalent

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