Software Engineer-Mid
Listed on 2026-11-04
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Software Development
Backend Developer, Python, DevOps
Type of
Requisition :
Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other
Required:
None Job Family:
Software Engineering
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Python Software Development, Software Engineering, Teamwork
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience US Citizenship
Required:
Yes
Job Description:
YOUR IMPACT Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.
OUR COMPANY Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.
JOB DESCRIPTION MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT The Software Engineer-Mid will support the Intelligence Data Science Team supporting Digital-ISR initiatives located at the Special Reconnaissance Enablement Command (SREC) under United States Special Operations Command located at Mac Dill AFB, Florida. This position is a contingent position pending Government decision to execute based on the current contract.
JOB DUTIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO) As a Software Engineer, you will design and maintain data-driven backend systems to provide secure, high-performance search and analytics capabilities, with a focus on supporting U.S. national security missions. This role involves developing applications using Python or JavaScript/Type Script; for Python, the Streamlit library is preferred, while React is used for JavaScript/Type Script projects. You will develop backend services for data ingestion and retrieval, design APIs and microservices using Python Flask or FastAPI, and implement Dev Sec Ops practices such as CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code.
Additionally, a crucial part of the job involves conducting Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) on Commercially Available Information (CAI), Publicly Available Information (PAI), and other datasets. Data is stored in Postgres databases and can be accessed via SQL Alchemy. Expertise in backend programming languages such as Python, Go, or Java, experience with search and data systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS), container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes), and Dev Sec Ops practices are essential.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Proficient in JavaScript/Type Script React and Python. Proficient in Flask or FastAPI and familiar with relational/non-relational databases including Postgres and Elasticsearch. Proficient with Git, SQL Alchemy, and basic CI/CD pipeline support.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED Clearance:
Current DoW TS/SCI Clearance is required.
Experience:
5+ years of related software development experience.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
Certifications:
None required; familiarity with AWS, Docker, and Dev Sec Ops tools is preferred.
Role requirements:
5 days on-site Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role
IEX/GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At IEX/GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
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An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards:
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off Community:
Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
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