Nightwing · 2 hours ago
Software Engineer – Developer and Production Systems Support
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expNightwing is a provider of advanced cyber and data operations services, and they are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to provide onsite development and operational support for deployed production systems. This hybrid role involves troubleshooting critical system issues and designing innovative software solutions within a collaborative team environment.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide onsite support for Java-based web applications within a microservices architecture, ensuring high availability, reliability, and performance of deployed systems in the customer space
Serve as the first line of response for operational software issues, performing root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of incidents. Mobilize off-site technical resources if additional expertise is required
Collaborate with the customer and Nightwing technical teams to integrate software solutions with legacy systems and third-party platforms while meeting stringent security requirements
Support database operations and optimization for systems leveraging MongoDB and MariaDB, ensuring efficient data flow and scalability
Develop and maintain software enhancements, including new functionality, bug fixes, and performance improvements, for Rocky Linux-based platforms
Perform testing, deployment, and monitoring tasks across virtualization platforms like Microsoft Hypervisor and cloud solutions from AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
Manage message queue services like RabbitMQ for efficient communication across distributed systems
Document technical issues, resolutions, and ongoing system health updates to ensure effective communication with the customer and Nightwing stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field OR equivalent work experience
5+ years of software engineering experience, including hands-on development, integration, and operational troubleshooting support
Proficiency in developing Java web applications and integrating systems within microservices architectures
Experience with databases like MongoDB and MariaDB, including configuration and query optimization
Familiarity with RabbitMQ for message queueing in distributed systems
Understanding of Linux-based environments, particularly Rocky Linux, with the ability to perform troubleshooting and maintenance
Experience with cloud services from providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including deployment and monitoring of cloud applications
Knowledge of virtualization technologies (e.g., Microsoft Hypervisor) for system management and enhancement
Familiarity using Python for automation, scripting, and integration tasks
Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers, cross-functional teams, and remote development resources
Preferred
Prior experience directly supporting intelligence community or defense customers
Expertise in secure coding practices and cybersecurity within mission-critical environments
Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) to streamline software deployment lifecycles
Certification in cloud technologies (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Developer Associate, or Google Cloud Certified)
Advanced troubleshooting techniques for deployed virtualized or containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Company
Nightwing
We are the intelligence services company that continually redefines the edge of the possible to keep advancing our national security interests.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase