Systems Engineer - Secret Clearance Required

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer with strong full-stack development and Azure cloud expertise to design, develop, and support modern enterprise applications in a secure government environment. This role will focus on building scalable, cloud-based solutions, modernizing legacy applications, and collaborating with technical and business teams to deliver innovative systems that meet mission objectives.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience across front‑end and back‑end technologies, Azure services, CI/CD pipelines, and secure software engineering best practices.

• Design, develop, test, and deploy full-stack applications using technologies such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, Angular, React, Node.js, and Python.
• Architect scalable and secure solutions while modernizing legacy systems for Microsoft Azure cloud environments.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and maintain software development standards and best practices.
• Manage and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure Dev Ops and Jenkins.
• Utilize version control systems including Git and TFS for source code management.
• Design and integrate APIs, microservices, and serverless architectures to support enterprise application needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across front‑end, back‑end, and database environments.
• Work with Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL databases to support application performance and reliability.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, frameworks, Azure capabilities, and development methodologies.

• Strong experience with Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL Database, Azure Dev Ops, AI/ML technologies, and AI Search capabilities.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, containerization, and serverless architecture.
• Familiarity with Service Now and cross‑domain cloud traffic environments.
• Strong understanding of application security, performance optimization, accessibility, and best practices.
• Experience integrating cloud‑native services and enterprise systems.

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active Secret Clearance required
• Microsoft Azure Certification (AZ‑900 or higher) required
• IAT Level I certification or ability to obtain
• 5+ years of full‑stack development experience, preferably in Azure cloud environments
• Demonstrated experience with both front‑end and back‑end development technologies
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities in cross‑functional environments

• Standard office or professional work environment
• May require occasional extended work hours to support project deadlines or operational needs

• Prolonged periods of desk and computer work
• Occasional movement throughout office or worksite
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

Employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.