- Salary
- $225 – $250
- Location
- Fort Meade, MD
- Type
- Contract
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 14+ years
- Education
- Master
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Clearance
- Required
- Source
- CATS
Description
Who We Are
Stanley Reid is a specialized recruiting firm connecting top contractors with exciting IC/DoD opportunities. We are dedicated to a personalized, stress-free job search, matching your unique skills and goals with the perfect role.
About Our Client
Our client is a veteran-owned small business that delivers innovative data and tech solutions to empower government agencies. They are a team of experts in AI, data governance, and cybersecurity, focused on solving critical national security challenges. Join a supportive culture that offers 100% employer-covered medical benefits, significant 401K matching, and a strong commitment to your professional growth.
The Role
Our client is seeking a Senior Cloud Software Engineer to support a fully funded mission-critical program. You will architect, implement, and debug complex distributed computing solutions within a Big Data cloud environment. This role involves developing high-performance microservices, managing multi-node installations, and ensuring robust information assurance for national security dataflows. You will work across the full stack, from front-end visualization to back-end analytics and automated infrastructure deployment.
What You'll Bring
BS in CS (or related) + 12 years of software engineering experience, including 4 years in Big Data/Cloud (experience can substitute degrees).
Cloud/Big Data: Proficiency in Hadoop, MapReduce, HDFS, HBase, Zookeeper, and Cloud Big Table. Cloudera certification is a plus.
Software Development: Strong Java (Object Oriented Design), Python, and CNO experience. Familiarity with Rust for secure/high-performance code is highly valued.
Full-Stack & Microservices: Experience with React/JSX, Node.js, Kubernetes, Helm Charts, and service-mesh architectures.
Analytics & Data: Experience with Information Retrieval (Solr, Lucene, Elasticsearch) and ingesting disparate formats (JSON, XML, Avro).
Environment: Proficiency in Linux/CentOS, Bash scripting, and automated configuration management (Ansible, Terraform, or Salt).
Clearance Requirements
TS/SCI with FS Polygraph is required. We are not able to upgrade clearances or accept CCAs. Please note, you must have the required clearance for consideration; under-cleared applicants will not receive a response.
Location
Fort Meade, MD
Ready for Next Steps?
We encourage you to apply and connect with us even if a direct match isn't currently listed. Apply online at https://careers.stanleyreid.com/ or contact our MD team for more info: [email protected], [email protected].
Please Note
Due to high application volume, we are unable to confirm receipt of submissions or provide updates. We will contact you directly if there is a match. Opportunities change frequently; We cannot guarantee availability.
Posted on 02/26/2026
Stanley Reid is a specialized recruiting firm connecting top contractors with exciting IC/DoD opportunities. We are dedicated to a personalized, stress-free job search, matching your unique skills and goals with the perfect role.
About Our Client
Our client is a veteran-owned small business that delivers innovative data and tech solutions to empower government agencies. They are a team of experts in AI, data governance, and cybersecurity, focused on solving critical national security challenges. Join a supportive culture that offers 100% employer-covered medical benefits, significant 401K matching, and a strong commitment to your professional growth.
The Role
Our client is seeking a Senior Cloud Software Engineer to support a fully funded mission-critical program. You will architect, implement, and debug complex distributed computing solutions within a Big Data cloud environment. This role involves developing high-performance microservices, managing multi-node installations, and ensuring robust information assurance for national security dataflows. You will work across the full stack, from front-end visualization to back-end analytics and automated infrastructure deployment.
What You'll Bring
BS in CS (or related) + 12 years of software engineering experience, including 4 years in Big Data/Cloud (experience can substitute degrees).
Cloud/Big Data: Proficiency in Hadoop, MapReduce, HDFS, HBase, Zookeeper, and Cloud Big Table. Cloudera certification is a plus.
Software Development: Strong Java (Object Oriented Design), Python, and CNO experience. Familiarity with Rust for secure/high-performance code is highly valued.
Full-Stack & Microservices: Experience with React/JSX, Node.js, Kubernetes, Helm Charts, and service-mesh architectures.
Analytics & Data: Experience with Information Retrieval (Solr, Lucene, Elasticsearch) and ingesting disparate formats (JSON, XML, Avro).
Environment: Proficiency in Linux/CentOS, Bash scripting, and automated configuration management (Ansible, Terraform, or Salt).
Clearance Requirements
TS/SCI with FS Polygraph is required. We are not able to upgrade clearances or accept CCAs. Please note, you must have the required clearance for consideration; under-cleared applicants will not receive a response.
Location
Fort Meade, MD
Ready for Next Steps?
We encourage you to apply and connect with us even if a direct match isn't currently listed. Apply online at https://careers.stanleyreid.com/ or contact our MD team for more info: [email protected], [email protected].
Please Note
Due to high application volume, we are unable to confirm receipt of submissions or provide updates. We will contact you directly if there is a match. Opportunities change frequently; We cannot guarantee availability.
Posted on 02/26/2026
Skills
PythonJavaRustReactNode.jsKubernetesTerraformAnsibleLinuxElasticsearchHadoopCybersecurityMicroservices
