Software Engineer (Kubernetes Focused)

Description

Phoenix Operations Group seeks an experienced Software Engineer in San Antonio, Texas , to develop Java applications and maintain Kubernetes deployments. Collaborate with engineers to deliver dependable enterprise software while mentoring teammates and providing technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• •Build Java software, enterprise APIs, REST services, and microservices.
• •Maintain Kubernetes deployments using Helm and Flux.
• •Test, troubleshoot, and improve software.
• •Guide engineering teams while contributing hands-on development.
• •Evaluate emerging technologies and support additional program needs.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• •Related bachelor’s plus nine years’ relevant experience; related master’s plus seven years; or high school diploma/equivalent plus thirteen years.
• •Strong Java experience, including modern frameworks/libraries such as Spring or Guava.
• •Kubernetes deployment, Linux, Agile, Git, Nexus, and Maven experience.
• •Demonstrated engineering leadership or mentorship.
• •Strong troubleshooting, testing, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

AWS/Azure; Kubernetes operators and custom resource definitions; Go/Python; scripting; GitLab CI automation; distributed/NoSQL databases; Elasticsearch, MongoDB, or Solr; Big Data platforms; Jira, Confluence, or GitHub Enterprise.

Clearance and Schedule

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain government clearance are required. Active clearance is preferred, not required initially. Onsite schedules require flexibility.

Benefits Offered

• •Medical, dental, and vision insurance: 100% company-paid premiums.
• •Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance: Fully company paid.
• •401(k): Automatic 10% company contribution; no matching required.
• •Paid time off: Four weeks annually.
• •Paid holidays: Eleven per year.
• •Birthday leave: Your birthday off with pay.
• •Referral bonuses: Upfront and annually recurring bonuses.
• •Open-source bonuses: Rewards for contributing to our GitHub projects.
• •Professional development: Paid training, certifications, and enrichment opportunities.

About Phoenix Operations Group

Phoenix Operations Group delivers advanced engineering services that protect and strengthen our nation’s cyber resources. As a small company, we invest in innovation and employee development to solve challenging customer problems.

Our capabilities span batch and streaming Big Data analytics, cloud infrastructure, multi-INT visualization, and enterprise architecture. We support All-Source, Financial, and CND operational missions and serve as Product Owners for our open-source research initiatives.

Learn more at www.phoenix-opsgroup.com .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Employment decisions at Phoenix Operations Group are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We provide equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.