Software Engineer

Skyward

. Write effective, scalable Python code supporting CMS as it merges systems into one AI-driven platform .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Python programming and DevOps practices, with a strong focus on automating build, test, and deployment workflows. Proficient in containerization technologies and capable of integrating testing frameworks to ensure code quality and security.

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Python ProgrammingDevOps ExperienceCI/CD Pipeline ManagementContainerization with DockerAutomated Testing Integration

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Hard Skills

PythonJenkinsTerraformAnsibleDockerKubernetesREST APIsAutomated TestingCode Quality ChecksSecurity Gates

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

SonarQubeSnykAINLPLLMML

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

CMSFISMAATOCATOScrumLeanSAFe

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleDockerJenkinsKubernetesPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write effective, scalable Python code supporting CMS as it merges systems into one AI-driven platform
Automate build, test, and deployment workflows using Jenkins and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible
Own CI/CD pipelines end to end
Build and maintain automated unit, integration, and regression test suites
Integrate test-coverage analysis, code-quality checks, and security gates using tools such as SonarQube and Snyk
Package and deploy workloads with Docker and related containerization tools
Investigate and debug test failures, update tests, and file bugs as needed
Collaborate with human-centered design experts to build intuitive, responsive, personalized solutions
Develop and tune back-end components to improve responsiveness and performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of hands-on software engineering experience, with strong coding chops in Python (and friends)
Real DevOps / DevSecOps / DevTestOps experience
Experience automating build, test, and deployment workflows
Experience building automated tests and integrating them into pipelines with code-quality checks and security gates
Experience with scalable, maintainable pipelines integrated with testing frameworks
Containerization experience with Docker or Kubernetes
Comfort with REST APIs
Fluency in Scrum, Lean, or SAFe
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across stakeholders
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
Acceptable results of a background investigation
AI, NLP, LLM, or ML-driven application experience would be advantageous
Previous CMS or federal agency support experience would be advantageous
FISMA boundary or ATO/cATO experience would be advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
15 days of paid leave
7 days of sick leave
2 days bereavement leave
11 paid Federal holidays
Up to 40 hours for jury duty
401K with 4% employer contribution (and no vesting period)
Up to 4 weeks of paid paternity and maternity leave
Company provided laptop
$5,000 per year for professional development
$600 per year for technical supplies and equipment
$2,000 referral bonus
Life and disability insurance
HSA and FSA
Legal Shield and ID Shield Voluntary Benefits
Flexible working hours and remote opportunities
Opportunity to work in a collaborative, motivated team focused on modernizing government services with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions