Cleared Software Engineer - Java/Python - Bestgate Engineering

Senior Software Engineer
Join Bestgate Engineering, where we deliver cutting-edge solutions for national security and enterprise innovation.
We’re seeking a Senior Software Engineer to install, configure, and optimize COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, libraries, and packages for a large HPC Linux computing environment. This role also involves software development and supporting a data storage solution for the High Performance Computing Organization.

Required Skills:

• 7  years of experience as a Software Engineer, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Experience developing and maintaining scripts using Bash/Python and programming in Python and Java within a Linux environment.
• Proficiency with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration technologies (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI.
• Expertise in installing, configuring, and supporting COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, libraries, and packages (e.g., Spark, Arkouda).
• Experience using system monitoring tools like Grafana/Prometheus and Git version control systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field is preferred. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in engineering will be considered.
• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/Poly

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles.
• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence).

*Salary Range: $165,000 - $210,000

*The provided salary range is an approximation based on current market data and may vary. The final offer will be determined after carefully considering the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to the position. This range is intended as a reference point and is subject to change.

Why Bestgate?
Bestgate Engineering isn’t just any tech company—we’re on the front lines, delivering cutting-edge solutions that support mission-critical work for government customers and the military. Whether it’s cloud-native technologies, software modernization, embedded engineering, high-performance computing, or data science, we’re making an impact where it matters most.
At Bestgate, we believe in putting people first—our employees and our customers. That’s why our core values—employee focus, transparency, reliability, and excellence—drive everything we do!

Benefits Overview

• PTO: Starting at 26 days with options to adjust for personal needs.
• 401k: 7% gift, fully vested from day one!
• Free Medical, Dental, Vision: Coverage for employees and dependents.
• $5,000 in Training: For certifications, conferences, and continued learning.
• End-of-Year Bonuses: Recognizing your hard work.
• Morale-Building Hours: 8 hours annually for team-building activities.

Plus, flexibility, internal mobility programs, career pathing, engaged leadership, and a robust external referral program.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**
Bestgate is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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