Senior Software Integration Engineer Level IV

TAP EngineeringFort Meade, MD

$148,000 - $180,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Compensation

$148,000-$180,000/year

Benefits

Health Insurance

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Job Description

Software Integration Engineer IVJob ID: TAP00150Position: Software Integration Engineer IVLocation: Fort Meade, MDCategory: TechnicalClearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)Certification: DoD 8570 IAT II (Required)Education Requirement: B.S in technical disciplineExperience Requirement: Senior Level- 10+ yearsCompensation Range: 148,000-180,000KPosition OverviewTAP Engineering is seeking a Software Integration Engineer IV to support High Performance Computing (HPC) operations as part of the HPC Operations Team. This role provides advanced HPC sustainment and software integration capabilities across two geographically dispersed mission environments.The Software Integration Engineer IV supports large-scale, multi-vendor HPC platforms and high-speed shared parallel storage systems, while partnering closely with HPC and ABS (AbundantShield) Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams. The ideal candidate is a senior-level engineer with deep technical expertise in Linux-based HPC environments, strong software integration skills, and the ability to lead complex system transitions into operations.Technical Environment

Multi-vendor HPC servers, clusters, and specialized compute platforms (cluster, SMP, MPP, SPD)
Linux operating systems: Red Hat, CentOS, SUSE, and custom vendor-specific platforms
High-speed shared parallel storage systems (e.g., Lustre, GPFS)
Low-latency, high-bandwidth network interconnects (e.g., InfiniBand, Slingshot)
Enterprise-scale compute, storage, and network infrastructure

Key Responsibilities

Provide advanced HPC software integration and sustainment support across geographically dispersed environments
Integrate, install, configure, upgrade, compile, and support COTS and GOTS software in heterogeneous operating system environments
Provide operational support for HPC software to ensure system availability, performance, and mission readiness
Support and collaborate with HPC and ABS (AbundantShield) SRE teams in accordance with Government-defined policies and procedures
Adhere to Government-designated ticket tracking, change approval, change management, and coding standards
Support and utilize Government-deployed base SRE tools and frameworks
Lead and support the transition of new and upgraded HPC systems, servers, and parallel file systems into operations
Coordinate across organizations to plan, deliver, and integrate new HPC sustainment capabilities
Troubleshoot complex software, system, storage, and integration issues across HPC platforms
Develop, maintain, and enhance scripts and automation tools to improve operational efficiency
Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers as required

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)
DoD 8570 IAT II certification
Extensive experience administering and supporting Linux-based HPC systems
Proficiency with Linux shell scripting
Proficiency in one or more object-oriented programming languages: C, C++, Java
Python programming experience
Familiarity with GCC compilers, multi-threaded software, and parallel processing concepts
Experience with CORBA, J2EE, Perl, or JavaScript
Working knowledge of configuration management tools
Strong structured troubleshooting skills across complex HPC environments
Experience installing and supporting HPC GOTS schedulers and resource management software
Ability to operate effectively in a 24/7 mission-critical environment

Benefits OverviewTAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

Paid Time Off: 15–25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays (never use-or-lose)
Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing
Medical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees; optional buy-up plans for dependents
Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements
Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework
Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support
Performance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses

Clearance RequirementThis position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph, based on a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI/SBI). Clearance and polygraph processing are conducted by the U.S. Government.Factors considered include, but are not limited to:

U.S. citizenship
Favorable criminal history review
Education verification
Drug and substance use review
Credit history review
Subject interview

Additional InformationBy submitting your resume, you acknowledge that TAP Engineering may share your application materials with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for consideration for other available positions.TAP Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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