At BlueHalo, we don’t just witness the future of national security – we create it. We're on the search for a Senior Systems Engineer to support a program on challenging, mission-critical projects in Annapolis Junction, MD, directly impacting the nation’s security and intelligence mission. As part of our team of problem solvers, innovators, technologists, and operators, you’ll drive meaningful change and make an enduring impact.

 

Are you ready to advance your career and make a significant impact in national security? Join us at BlueHalo, where your work contributes to groundbreaking solutions and shapes the future. Take the next step in your career journey and apply today!

 

• Assist in the development and implementation of technical strategies to modernize the architecture of an operational system.
• Collaborate closely with government customers to validate the technical direction of the program.
• Identify and implement process improvements across the system lifecycle using industry best practices.
• Act as a Change Agent and Agile Coach to guide and support the team.
• Define and integrate tools to automate software development, maintenance, and delivery, including Release Planning, CI/CD pipeline, metrics and monitoring, and Configuration Management.
• Ensure compliance with established processes and tools across multiple Agile teams and support their implementation.
• Participate in team meetings, daily scrums, and system demos.
• Perform analysis of technical alternatives for projects and provide preliminary recommendations.
• Develop architectural designs as needed for the system.
• Provide technical expertise in a software development environment, supporting multiple development teams.
• Collaborate with senior technical staff and government team members to optimize processes and maintain quality practices.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of DevSecOps processes and tools.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and apply analytical and critical thinking skills to solve complex problems.

• Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of system engineering experience or a Master’s degree with 8 years of experience (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 6 years working in a software development environment supporting multiple development teams.
• Proven experience in collaborating with senior technical staff and government teams to optimize processes and improve quality practices.
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps processes and tools.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

 

Salary Range: $150,000 - $210,000

The BlueHalo pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on factors including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, location, experience, education, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational needs, internal equity, and market data.

 

Our compensation package includes components to support employees’ total well-being, including health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holidays, paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.

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