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The Cloud Software Engineer designs, develops, and sustains complex Big Data Cloud systems in support of mission-driven analytics and information retrieval capabilities. This role contributes across the full software lifecycle, with a primary focus on back-end processing, distributed computing, data ingestion, analysis, and indexing within Cloud and Hadoop-based environments. The engineer applies strong expertise in Cloud computing, Information Retrieval (IR), distributed systems, and object-oriented design, working independently or as part of an agile development team. Responsibilities also include software testing, defect resolution, system design contributions, and supporting secure, scalable Cloud architectures.
Job Responsibility:
Design, develop, enhance, test, and maintain complex Big Data Cloud software systems based on documented requirements
Implement back-end processing workflows for Cloud-based analytics, including MapReduce and distributed data processing
Develop and integrate Information Retrieval (IR) solutions within Cloud and distributed environments
Implement software components that interact with Cloud Distributed File Systems, Big Table technologies, and Distributed Coordination Frameworks
Develop Java and Python-based applications leveraging Hadoop ecosystem technologies
Ingest, parse, normalize, and analyze diverse data sources and formats (e.g., XML, JSON, CSV, binary, Avro)
Review software components for adherence to design specifications and document test results
Resolve software defect reports and support debugging, tuning, and performance optimization
Contribute to system and software design decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs, reuse strategies, and use of COTS/GOTS solutions
Oversee assigned software development tasks and ensure compliance with project schedules, standards, and development methodologies
Recommend improvements to software documentation, development processes, and standards
Support secure Cloud and distributed application implementations in accordance with Information Assurance requirements
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, eight (8) years of software engineering experience on programs of similar scope and complexity, including at least two (2) years supporting Big Data Cloud and distributed computing environments
degree and certification substitutions apply per contract standards
Hands-on experience with Cloud and Hadoop ecosystem technologies, including MapReduce analytics, distributed file systems, Big Table technologies, coordination frameworks, and Cloud-based Information Retrieval solutions
Strong object-oriented development and backend engineering background using Java and/or Python, with experience supporting secure, multi-node Linux Cloud environments and DevOps/configuration management practices
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants
DOD 8570 Certification
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph
What we offer:
Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options
Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided
Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you
Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line
Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team