Principal Software Engineer
Clarityinnovates · Herndon, VA, Reston, VA, Tysons Corner, VA, Dulles, VA OR Columbia, MD
About this role
**Clarity Innovations — Principal Software Engineer** ## About the Role Clarity Innovations is a mission-first software and data engineering partner supporting the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD). We modernize data operations and deliver innovative solutions that transform data into actionable intelligence. In this role, you’ll join a dynamic team prototyping infrastructure designs for the next generation of cyber network operations. You will help build a platform that simplifies complex infrastructure management across cloud-native and on-premises environments—architecting scalable systems, implementing GitOps workflows, and designing declarative interfaces to bridge development and operations. ## Key Responsibilities - Lead prototyping efforts to validate design concepts and technologies, supporting the full lifecycle from discovery through production support - Create thoughtful, thorough design documents for new initiatives - Develop robust, high-quality software aligned with the product vision—balancing user needs with strategic goals and delivering on schedule - Build and integrate automated testing into the codebase - Foster collaboration, mentor junior developers, and coordinate across cross-functional teams ## Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field **(or** 4 years of hands-on experience in a Software Engineering or similar full-time position**)** - Current US **TS/SCI** security clearance - Ability to collaborate as a team and execute independently - Thrives in a high-trust, adaptable environment - Experience contributing to or leading the design of new capabilities - Experience writing code in a general-purpose language such as **Python** or **Go** - Proficiency with **Kubernetes (K8s)** deployment strategies, cluster lifecycle (deployment, troubleshooting, scaling), and container orchestration - Experience implementing modern DevOps practices and tools (e.g., **CI/CD, IaC, GitOps**) in production workflows - Proficiency with containerization technologies (e.g., **Docker**, **Podman**) - Familiarity with CNCF utilities (e.g., **Crossplane**, **Backstage**) ## Desired Qualifications - Experience designing and implementing solutions on **Microsoft Azure** and **AWS** - Experience building and operating **Go-based microservice** distributed system architectures ## Salary Range - **$123,000 – $308,000** (base salary range) ## Equal Opportunity Employer Clarity Innovations is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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