Senior Software Engineer

About the position

At BlueHalo, we don't just witness the future of national security - we create it. In our relentless pursuit of innovation, we are expanding our team and seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support mission-critical projects that leverage cutting-edge cloud technologies and modern software development practices. Your expertise in AWS cloud services, infrastructure automation, and software development will play a key role in building resilient, scalable, and secure systems that drive national defense capabilities. Imagine working in a collaborative environment where your skills directly contribute to the success of vital missions. This is more than just a job - it's your opportunity to innovate and make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and maintain cloud-based applications using AWS Lambda with Python 3.11.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using Terraform as Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Design and manage relational databases using AWS RDS Aurora PostgreSQL, with pgAdmin for database administration.
• Containerize applications and services using Docker, ensuring portability and consistency across environments.
• Manage dependencies and package management with Poetry to streamline Python development workflows.
• Implement secure file sharing and access control using presigned URLs within AWS.
• Utilize AWS messaging services such as SQS (Simple Queue Service) and SNS (Simple Notification Service) to enable scalable event-driven architectures.
• Work with AWS API Gateway, integrating it with Lambda Authorizer for secure API access and management.
• Develop and optimize Step Functions to orchestrate distributed workflows and automate complex processes.
• Use DynamoDB as a user cache for high-performance data storage and retrieval.
• Monitor and troubleshoot applications using AWS CloudWatch, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
• Automate routine tasks and workflows using MakeFile to enhance development and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on cloud-based development and infrastructure automation.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with AWS cloud services, including Lambda, RDS, API Gateway, and Step Functions.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation and Docker for containerization.
• Experience in implementing secure, scalable, and high-availability solutions in AWS environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and best practices for software deployment and delivery.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Parental leave
• 401(k) with company match and contributions
• Professional development and training reimbursements
• Other work/life balance programs