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About the job

What You'll be Owning

GRVTY is seeking a Systems Engineer with a TS/SCI + Poly clearance (applicable to this customer) to join one of our top projects in Chantilly, VA. Support as a member of a team specializing in technical risk analysis of enterprise and operational mission systems, networks, devices, and applications across a myriad of Sponsor’s initiatives.

What You Must Have

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance

Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available back-end systems using Python and Neo4J.

Collaborate with the development team to identify and prioritize project requirements.

Develop and maintain Neo4J databases, ensuring data integrity, performance, and scalability. Write efficient and scalable Python code, following best practices and coding standards.

Collaborate with a team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to junior developers.

Experience with Cl/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab Cl/CD).

Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).

Knowledge of graph algorithms and data structures.

Experience with other programming languages (e.g., Java, C++).

Manage and maintain Kubernetes clusters on AWS, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.

Optimize Kubernetes deployments for performance, cost, and reliability.

Work in high-security environments, adhering to strict security protocols and compliance requirements.

Implement security best practices and ensure the integrity of sensitive data.

Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies to ensure software quality and reliability.

Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.

Troubleshoot and debug complex issues, working closely with the development team and other stakeholders.

What Would be Nice to Have

AWS Certified Developer -Associate or Professional.

Kubernetes Certified Administrator (CKA) or Developer (CKAD).

Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications. We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Virginia Pay Range

$150,000-$250,000

Virginia Pay Range $150,000 — $250,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

• Health Savings Account with company contribution

• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401k with generous company match

• Training and Development Opportunities

• Award Programs

• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, 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 status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email  recruiting@grvty.com  or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.

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