Software Engineer - Team Lead (Active Secret Clearance)
Akima Systems Engineering
Alexandria, VA · Posted June 22, 2026
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About the job
SUVI Global Services is looking for a Software Engineer - Team Lead to support IT across all DoD OIG networks. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Responsibilities
Support the design, development, modernization, and sustainment of secure applications across DoD OIG’s hybrid IT environments, including implementing cloud-native and cloud-agnostic solutions, supporting application re-hosting, re-factoring, and re-architecting efforts as part of cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
Develop and maintain secure, scalable code using Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity and RMF standards.
Performing unit and integration testing, supporting user acceptance testing (UAT), and contributing to the development of technical documentation, user guides, and training materials.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, infrastructure, and database administrators to ensure seamless deployment and operational continuity.
Experience with Azure, Microsoft 365, and secure coding practices in multi-domain environments is essential.
Software Development work to include: Full-Stack Application Development: Architect, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance web applications and microservices using a diverse stack of modern and legacy frameworks.
DevOps & CI/CD Automation: Design, implement, and manage automated build, test, and deployment pipelines using YAML, Azure DevOps, GitHub, and GitLab to ensure continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
Cloud Infrastructure Engineering: Provision, configure, and manage cloud environments (Azure) utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, specifically employing Bicep, ARM templates, and Desired State Configuration (DSC).
Containerization & Microservices: Develop and deploy containerized applications using Docker and orchestrate them via Kubernetes. Manage API lifecycles utilizing API Gateways and Swagger documentation.
Data Integration & Analytics: Design relational database schemas, optimize SQL queries, build automated data pipelines (SSIS), and integrate business intelligence solutions via Power BI.
Low-Code Integration: Leverage the Power Apps platform to rapidly develop business process automation and integrate with custom-built enterprise systems.
Package & Configuration Management: Manage enterprise software dependencies and artifact repositories using NuGet, Azure Artifacts, and Chocolatey.
Refactoring and rearchitecting legacy .NET application to Native Cloud application such as but limited Azure App services, Power Apps and Azure Function etc.
Lead or significantly contribute to the migration of legacy applications to modern, cloud-native architectures.
Implement and enforce DevSecOps practices within a highly regulated or government environment.
Troubleshoot complex systems spanning multiple technology stacks (from frontend UI to backend databases and cloud infrastructure).
Act as team lead for 6 other System Engineers.
Qualifications
Active Secret security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience.
Minimum 6-8 years IT experience.
Active IAT Level II certification.
Desired Qualifications:
Preferred major in Information Technology.
Preferred: Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals; Certified Secure Software Lifecycle. Professionals; Certified Scrum Developer.
Extensive experience with technical proficiency in the following technologies, languages or frameworks: C#, Java, ASP.NET, .NET MVC, Entity Framework.
Angular2+, AngularJS, TypeScript, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, Knockout.
Azure, AWS, Bicep, ARM Templates, general Cloud IaC, Desired State Configuration (DSC).
Azure DevOps, GitHub, GitLab, YAML CI/CD pipelines, Git version control.
Docker, Kubernetes, API Gateway, Swagger (OpenAPI).
SQL, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
NuGet, Azure Artifacts, Chocolatey.
Power Apps Platform, Power BI.
Job ID
2026-23887 Work Type
On-Site Pay Range
$140,000 - $145,000 Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Suvi, an Akima company, is not just another federal mission services contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Suvi, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , Suvi provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers , Suvi delivers subject matter experts, an agile management approach, and innovative technologies that accomplish customers’ missions safely, securely, and efficiently.
As a Suvi employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Support the design, development, modernization, and sustainment of secure applications across DoD OIG’s hybrid IT environments, including implementing cloud-native and cloud-agnostic solutions, supporting application re-hosting, re-factoring, and re-architecting efforts as part of cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
Develop and maintain secure, scalable code using Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity and RMF standards.
Performing unit and integration testing, supporting user acceptance testing (UAT), and contributing to the development of technical documentation, user guides, and training materials.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, infrastructure, and database administrators to ensure seamless deployment and operational continuity.
Experience with Azure, Microsoft 365, and secure coding practices in multi-domain environments is essential.
Software Development work to include: Full-Stack Application Development: Architect, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance web applications and microservices using a diverse stack of modern and legacy frameworks.
DevOps & CI/CD Automation: Design, implement, and manage automated build, test, and deployment pipelines using YAML, Azure DevOps, GitHub, and GitLab to ensure continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
Cloud Infrastructure Engineering: Provision, configure, and manage cloud environments (Azure) utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, specifically employing Bicep, ARM templates, and Desired State Configuration (DSC).
Containerization & Microservices: Develop and deploy containerized applications using Docker and orchestrate them via Kubernetes. Manage API lifecycles utilizing API Gateways and Swagger documentation.
Data Integration & Analytics: Design relational database schemas, optimize SQL queries, build automated data pipelines (SSIS), and integrate business intelligence solutions via Power BI.
Low-Code Integration: Leverage the Power Apps platform to rapidly develop business process automation and integrate with custom-built enterprise systems.
Package & Configuration Management: Manage enterprise software dependencies and artifact repositories using NuGet, Azure Artifacts, and Chocolatey.
Refactoring and rearchitecting legacy .NET application to Native Cloud application such as but limited Azure App services, Power Apps and Azure Function etc.
Lead or significantly contribute to the migration of legacy applications to modern, cloud-native architectures.
Implement and enforce DevSecOps practices within a highly regulated or government environment.
Troubleshoot complex systems spanning multiple technology stacks (from frontend UI to backend databases and cloud infrastructure).
Act as team lead for 6 other System Engineers.
Active Secret security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience.
Minimum 6-8 years IT experience.
Active IAT Level II certification.
Desired Qualifications:
Preferred major in Information Technology.
Preferred: Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals; Certified Secure Software Lifecycle. Professionals; Certified Scrum Developer.
Extensive experience with technical proficiency in the following technologies, languages or frameworks: C#, Java, ASP.NET, .NET MVC, Entity Framework.
Angular2+, AngularJS, TypeScript, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, Knockout.
Azure, AWS, Bicep, ARM Templates, general Cloud IaC, Desired State Configuration (DSC).
Azure DevOps, GitHub, GitLab, YAML CI/CD pipelines, Git version control.
Docker, Kubernetes, API Gateway, Swagger (OpenAPI).
SQL, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
NuGet, Azure Artifacts, Chocolatey.
Power Apps Platform, Power BI.