Lead System Administrator​/Software Developer

Lead System Administrator/Software Developer

Job No: 503285 Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)
Location: Dayton, OH Category: Research Institute Staff Department: Sensor & Software Systems - 250620 Pay Grade: R2/R3 - Exempt Advertised: February 06, 2026 Applications close: February 20, 2026

Position Summary: This position is responsible for managing and maintaining Linux-based servers, ensuring system security, automating processes, and supporting users across a variety of technical needs. The role also involves developing, testing, and deploying software solutions that enhance system capabilities, streamline workflows, and support mission requirements. It’s a great fit for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with open source technologies, and contributing to both infrastructure stability and software innovation.

The ideal candidate needs to be comfortable working in an agile environment and working with government and contractor representatives. This position will be supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright Patterson Air Force Base.

• Manage and maintain Linux-based servers; ensure system security and reliability.
• Automate processes and support users across a variety of technical needs.
• Develop, test, and deploy software solutions to enhance system capabilities and streamline workflows.
• Collaborate in an agile environment and coordinate with government and contractor representatives.
• Support research contracts with the U.S. federal government and the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright Patterson AFB.

• Associates Degree OR Bachelors Degree OR 4+ years of related experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience administering Ubuntu Linux, configuring various SQL unstructured and vector databases, and with the Python programming language
• Demonstrable experience with Docker and containerized services
• DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) recognized computer security certification (Security+, Network+, etc.)
• Experience with Direct Attached Storage (RAID)
• General Linux server and network operations and maintenance
• U.S. citizen due to research contract requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience administering Linux systems in production or mission-critical environments
• Higher-level DoD cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CCSP) or additional DCWF-aligned credentials
• Advanced proficiency with SQL, No
  
  SQL, and vector databases, including performance tuning, replication, and backup/restore strategies
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms
• Experience designing and securing containerized architectures, including CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments
• Experience with enterprise storage solutions
• Strong networking background
• Experience collaborating in Agile or Dev Sec Ops  environments, including version control (Git) and issue-tracking systems
• Strong documentation skills and experience documenting work performed and SOPs

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

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