Software Engineer 3
Quick Summary
Skills:Bash (Scripting Language), Docker (Software), GitLab CI/CD,
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret SCI + PolygraphClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + PolygraphJob Family:
Software EngineeringRequirements
~1 min readJob Description:
SOFTWARE ENGINEER PRINCIPAL
Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Engineer Principal at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
The Software Engineer shall be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining tools and services in support of the Atlassian’s suite of products including Jira and Confluence. The Software Engineer shall work closely with cross-functional teams including software developers, system administrators, project managers, and mission customers to deliver seamless integrations that enhance productivity and streamline workflows.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Engineer Principal must have:
● Education: Bachelor of Science
● Experience: 8+ years of related experience
● Security clearance level: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools
Experience writing Bash/PHP scripts to automate administrative tasks and workflows
Recent software development experience using Python and Java
Experience using an integrated development environment such as the Atlassian plugin software developer kit (SDK)
Experience with IaC principles and automation tools such as Ansible
Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
Experience creating documentation of configurations, procedures, and system changes
Experience with Git for source code management, branching strategies, and team collaboration
Experience with sustaining mission applications deployed in a Linux environment
Experience with interacting/training external customers
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.
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The likely salary range for this position is $175,950 - $238,050. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Location:
USA MD Annapolis JunctionAdditional Work Locations:
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Posted
- 14 days ago
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 1, 2026
- Last seen
- October 15, 2026
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- 14
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- Trust Level
- 24%
- Scored at
- October 16, 2026
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