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Software Integration Engineer, Level 3

Independent SoftwareFort Meade, Maryland, United StatesOnsite

What you will be doing!


As a Level 3 Software Integration Engineer, you will provide expertise in integrating, installing, configuring, upgrading, compiling, and supporting Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) software within a diverse operating system environment. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software integration solutions specifically for High-Performance Computing (HPC) infrastructure in a Linux environment.This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate various technologies, ensuring smooth data flow between different systems and platforms.

Additionally, you will be expected to troubleshoot software integration issues, optimize performance, and ensure compliance with industry best practices..

Job Description / Requirements: 


  • Ability to integrate, install, configure, upgrade, compile, and support Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) software.
  • Generate documentation for the entire full software stack.
  • Update software for sustainment support.
  • Provide software product ownership for High-Performance Computing (HPC) tools.
  • Possess basic Linux system administration skills and experience with shell scripting.
  • Execute test codes for characterization of software performance.
  • Have a working knowledge of configuration management (CM) tools, web documentation, and issue tracking system
  • Have a working knowledge of CM tools, web documentation, and issue tracking.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and switch between various architectural paradigms.
  • Experience using the Linux CLI
  • Experience developing Bash/Python scripts to automate manual processes
  • General HPC technical knowledge regarding compute, network, memory, and storage system components
  • Experience troubleshooting system and software issues across the full software stack
  • Experience with IaC principles and automation tools, including Ansible
  • Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI
  • Experience using system monitoring tools such as Prometheus/Grafana
  • Experience with Git Source Control System

Position Desired Skills


  • Familiar with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles and applications
  • Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)

Education and Experience:


  • A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field and have at least eight (8) years of demonstrable experience with integrating, installing, configuring, upgrading, compiling, and supporting COTS/GOTS software in a heterogeneous operating system environment. OR
  • The individual shall have five (5) years of full-time Computer Science directly related work that can be substituted for a degree and have at least eight (8) years of demonstrable experience. OR
  • An industry-recognized professional certification may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
  • A Master's Degree in Computer Science or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

Clearance Required:   Must possess an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role


Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.



Life at Independent Software

Entrepreneurs who are serious about giving their idea the best chance of success turn to Independent Software. Our product development and acceleration services allow startups to build a solid foundation during the early, risky phase of company formation. Through our A100 Software Developer Apprenticeship Program, we develop emerging local talent and connect these A100 Certified Developers with growing, innovative Partner Companies building their teams. Our A100 for Entrepreneurs program provides a revolutionary product development platform to early stage companies looking to reduce risk and maximize the return on their development budget. Venture Partner Companies accelerate their product and their team through a managed service that provides them with Apprentice teams and expert guidance on topics like Customer Development and Agile. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. During the software development process, we take an idea from blank page to beta. Clients become a part of our team even as they maintain control and ownership of what we build together. Working with us is also a gateway to other resources like startup founders, supporters, mentors, investors, and talent.
Thrive Here & What We Value- Independent Software fosters a collaborative work environment where teamwork and open communication are highly valued.- The company prioritizes employee wellbeing with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.- Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), M/F/D/V.- Emphasis on teamwork and adaptability in a dynamic environment.- Focus on customer communication and relationship building.- Commitment to providing high-quality IT services to clients at all times.- Support for ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.- Independent Software values its employees, offering growth and development opportunities.- The company encourages continuous learning through training programs and mentorship.- Prioritizes worklife balance with flexible schedules and telework options when possible.

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