Junior Python Software Engineer [$220k/yr+] TS/SCI-FS Poly with Security Clearance

SYSTOLICAnnapolis Junction, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 6, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Junior Python Software Engineer role offers incredible growth potential by allowing you to build and maintain cutting-edge AI infrastructure and develop in-house services using Python, all within a highly reputable company. You'll thrive here if you're eager to apply SRE best practices and gain experience with Kubernetes and AWS, especially with a competitive compensation package of $220k+ annually. Apply now to join a dedicated team and contribute to critical missions.

Quick Overview

Salary

$220k/yr

Seniority

Junior

Employment type

Employee

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Annapolis Junction, MD, United States

Posted

Yesterday

DockerAWSGrafanaHelmKibanaKubernetesLLMPKIPrometheusPythonTerraform

Job Description

Candidates must already possess an active Top Secret/SCI w/ Full Scope Polygraph to be considered.

Summary: • Deploy and maintain cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes clusters supporting AI systems and LLM hosting. • Build and automate CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code using Terraform. • Containerize applications using Docker and Helm for reliable deployments. • Implement observability tooling using Kibana, Prometheus, and Grafana. • Develop automation scripts in Python and manage security certificates.

Qualifications && Compensation: • Degree: Technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience • Years of experience: 3+ years • Total Compensation: $220k+ yearly Job Description: • Deploy and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes clusters supporting AI capabilities. • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code for repeatable, reliable deployments. • Configure and use observability tooling including Kibana, Prometheus, and Grafana to monitor system health and performance. • Support certificate management, PKI, and established security best practices for AI systems and data. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provision and configure infrastructure dependencies. • Diagnose and resolve production infrastructure issues. • Develop and maintain automation tooling and scripts using Python.

About SYSTOLIC: SYSTOLIC is dedicated to giving our employees the best possible company experience so that they can focus on providing outstanding support to their customer’s mission. Our company is founded on integrity, enthusiasm, and a relentless commitment to supporting the Intelligence Community. You can learn more about us and submit an application to be considered against our current and future openings at https://systolic.com. To learn about our compensation ranges, visit our

Pay Transparency page at: https://systolic.com/pay-transparency