Software Integration Engineer III TS/SCI Poly

A career at BCT LLC means being part of something bigger than yourself. Our success comes from the dedication of our people and their commitment to delivering meaningful solutions for our customers and their missions. If you’re looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where collaboration and shared success matter, we invite you to explore a career with BCT LLC.

About the job:

BCT LLC is seeking a Software Integration Engineer 3 to join our team. The ideal candidate must possess an active TS/SCI with POLY and provide expertise in integrating, installing, configuring, upgrading, compiling and supporting COTS/GOTS software in a heterogeneous operating system environment. The Software Integration Engineer shall be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and operational support of the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) component of the CASA Compute Environment (CCE). The CCE provides secure, multi-tenant, high-performance, and highly available Kubernetes clusters operating within a Linux-based infrastructure. Tasking shall ensure platform reliability, scalability, security compliance, and optimal cluster performance in support of mission and application requirements.

In addition, you will have:

• Ability to integrate, install, configure, upgrade, compile, and support COTS/GOTS software.
• Generate documentation for the full software stack.
• Update software for sustainment support.
• Basic Linux system administration skills and shell scripting.
• Execute test codes for characterization of software performance.
• Provide software product ownership for HPC tools.
• Working knowledge of CM tools, web documentation, and issue tracking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and switch between various architectural paradigms.

Required Experience:

• Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux suite of tools
• Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker/Podman
• Demonstrated experience administrating and monitoring Kubernetes clusters
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Kubernetes workloads (ingress, performance, networking, storage, etc.)
• Experience with IaC principles, concepts, and methodologies using automation tools including Ansible
• Experience writing, deploying, and maintaining Helm Charts
• Experience using system monitoring tools such as Prometheus /Grafana
• Experience using Git for source code management, branching strategies, and team collaboration

Desired Experience:

• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Jira, Confluence, etc.)
• Experience working in a DevOps environment that uses Agile principles and methodologies
• Experience with or willingness to learn development of Python applications (REST services, microservices, etc.)
• CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator)

Required Education:

Qualified candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

• High School Diploma or GED, plus twenty-four (24) years of general systems engineering experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a qualified engineering or related field, plus (20) years of systems engineering experience; OR
• Master’s degree or PhD in a qualified engineering or related field, plus (18) years of systems engineering experience.

Salary Range: $151,400-$189,300

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, BCT-LLC considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

What We Offer

· Very competitive 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

· Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services

· BCT-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)

· Health/Dental/Vision Coverage

· Competitive PTO & Federal Holiday package

· Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT

· Generous Employee Referral Program

· Tuition/Training Reimbursement

· Gym Membership Program

· Pet Adoption Program

· Several Scholarship Opportunities- available to BCT family members/dependents

Our Story

Founded in 2006, BCT LLC is a small business built on a strong foundation of core values: Humility, Respect, Integrity, Loyalty, Kindness, Gratitude, Innovation, and Initiative. These principles guide everything we do and drive our commitment to delivering exceptional service to every customer.

Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, BCT proudly supports clients throughout the DMV region and beyond. With more than 70 years of combined experience supporting National Security missions, our leadership brings deep expertise, insight, and dedication to the work we do. At BCT, our employees are at the heart of our success. Team members benefit from a highly supportive, hands-on home-office staff and leadership that is genuinely invested in their growth, well-being, and long-term success. Simply put, BCT delivers the small-business experience unlike any other—come see the difference.

BCT LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All facets of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based solely on merit & business need. Candidates and Employees will never be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.