Description:

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to design, develop, and enhance complex Big Data cloud systems in support of mission-driven environments. This role focuses on back-end data processing, analytics, indexing, and distributed computing, and is ideal for someone with strong experience in cloud technologies, Information Retrieval, and the Hadoop ecosystem. You'll contribute across the software lifecycle, helping build scalable solutions, optimize performance, and support the development of cloud-based data processing systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, maintain, and test software components supporting Big Data and cloud-based systems, with a focus on back-end processing, analytics, indexing, and retrieval
• Implement complex distributed workflows, including MapReduce analytics, cloud-based information retrieval, and integrations with distributed file systems, Big Table technologies, and coordination frameworks
• Serve as a technical contributor and subject matter resource for cloud computing and Hadoop-related technologies, supporting software design, architecture, debugging, and performance optimization
• Oversee software development tasks to ensure work is completed in accordance with project requirements, development standards, and quality expectations
• Support system and software design decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, COTS/GOTS integration, and requirements analysis from system level to individual components
• Troubleshoot software issues, document test results, and recommend improvements to documentation, tooling, and software development processes
• Support multi-node cloud-based environments and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve scalability, maintainability, and overall system performance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) and 12+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 4 years supporting Big Data cloud or distributed computing environments
• Experience designing and developing cloud-based software systems with strong knowledge of Information Retrieval, distributed computing, MapReduce, distributed file systems, Big Table technologies, coordination frameworks, and multi-node environments
• Hands-on experience with a subset of modern cloud and development tools such as DevOps practices, Elasticsearch, NiFi, Python, Java/Spring Boot, Angular, and related Hadoop ecosystem technologies in Linux-based environments

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience architecting cloud solutions and debugging distributed computing frameworks
• Familiarity with virtualization, cloud security, and information assurance practices
• Experience with Java-based development, RESTful services, and object-oriented design
• Exposure to large-scale data environments or mission-focused analytics systems

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
• Certification Requirements:
  • None

This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Salary Range Transparency

At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.

How We Determine Salary Ranges

Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:

• Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
• Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
• Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
• Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards.
• Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.

Really good benefits, for really GREAT people:

From our CTP Family to yours, we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you, not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where you're going, together.

Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.

Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.

Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution

PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.

Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.

Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.

Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.

Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!