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Software Engineer 3 with Security Clearance

General Dynamics Information TechnologyAnnapolis Junction, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 22 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Shape the future of mission-critical government projects at General Dynamics Information Technology, a role offering significant career growth and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies. You'll thrive here if you are an experienced Software Engineer with a TS/SCI clearance, eager to leverage your Python, Java, and Linux skills within a collaborative hybrid environment. Apply today to join a team that values innovation and impactful work.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

SOFTWARE ENGINEER PRINCIPAL Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Engineer Principal at GDIT. Shape what's next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what's next for your engineering career. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
The Software Engineer shall be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining tools and services in support of the Atlassian's suite of products including Jira and Confluence. The Software Engineer shall work closely with cross-functional teams including software developers, system administrators, project managers, and mission customers to deliver seamless integrations that enhance productivity and streamline workflows. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Engineer Principal must have:
• Education: Bachelor of Science
• Experience: 8+ years of related experience • Security clearance level: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph Position Required Skills Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools Experience writing Bash/PHP scripts to automate administrative tasks and workflows Recent software development experience using Python and Java Experience using an integrated development environment such as the Atlassian plugin software developer kit (SDK) Experience with IaC principles and automation tools such as Ansible Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker Experience creating documentation of configurations, procedures, and system changes Experience with Git for source code management, branching strategies, and team collaboration Position Desired Skills Experience with sustaining mission applications deployed in a Linux environment Experience with interacting/training external customers GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation. #MD_2026Alumni #IntelligenceEngineered #praxisjobs

Skills

Docker
PHP
Ansible
Bash
Confluence
Git
GitLab CI
Java
Jira
Python

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