Senior Software Integration Engineer Level IV

Overview

Software Integration Engineer IV

Job : TAP
00150

Position: Software Integration Engineer IV

Location: Fort Meade, MD

Category: Technical

Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)

Certification: DoD 8570 IAT II (Required)

Education Requirement: B.S in technical discipline

Experience Requirement: Senior Level- 10+ years

Compensation Range: ,000K

TAP Engineering is seeking a Software Integration Engineer IV to support High Performance Computing (HPC) operations as part of the HPC Operations Team. This role provides advanced HPC sustainment and software integration capabilities across two geographically dispersed mission environments
.

The Software Integration Engineer IV supports large-scale, multi-vendor HPC platforms and high-speed shared parallel storage systems, while partnering closely with HPC and ABS (Abundant Shield) Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams. The ideal candidate is a senior-level engineer with deep technical expertise in Linux-based HPC environments, strong software integration skills, and the ability to lead complex system transitions into operations.

• Multi-vendor HPC servers, clusters, and specialized compute platforms (cluster, SMP, MPP, SPD)
• Linux operating systems:
  Red Hat, CentOS, SUSE, and custom vendor-specific platforms
• High-speed shared parallel storage systems (e.g., Lustre, GPFS)
• Low-latency, high-bandwidth network interconnects (e.g., Infini Band, Slingshot)
• Enterprise-scale compute, storage, and network infrastructure

• Provide advanced HPC software integration and sustainment support across geographically dispersed environments
• Integrate, install, configure, upgrade, compile, and support COTS and GOTS software in heterogeneous operating system environments
• Provide operational support for HPC software to ensure system availability, performance, and mission readiness
• Support and collaborate with HPC and ABS (Abundant Shield) SRE teams in accordance with Government-defined policies and procedures
• Adhere to Government-designated ticket tracking, change approval, change management, and coding standards
• Support and utilize Government-deployed base SRE tools and frameworks
• Lead and support the transition of new and upgraded HPC systems, servers, and parallel file systems into operations
• Coordinate across organizations to plan, deliver, and integrate new HPC sustainment capabilities
• Troubleshoot complex software, system, storage, and integration issues across HPC platforms
• Develop, maintain, and enhance scripts and automation tools to improve operational efficiency
• Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers as required

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)
• DoD 8570 IAT II certification
• Extensive experience administering and supporting Linux-based HPC systems
• Proficiency with Linux shell scripting
• Proficiency in one or more object-oriented programming languages: C, C++, Java
• Python programming experience
• Familiarity with GCC compilers, multi-threaded software, and parallel processing concepts
• Experience with CORBA, J2EE, Perl, or Java Script
• Working knowledge of configuration management tools
• Strong structured troubleshooting skills across complex HPC environments
• Experience installing and supporting HPC GOTS schedulers and resource management software
• Ability to operate effectively in a 24/7 mission-critical environment

TAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: 15–25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays (never use-or-lose)
• Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing
• Medical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees; optional buy-up plans for dependents
• Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements
• Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework
• Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support
• Performance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph
, based on a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI/SBI). Clearance and polygraph processing are conducted by the U.S. Government.

• U.S. citizenship
• Favorable criminal history review
• Education verification
• Drug and substance use review
• Credit history review
• Subject interview

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