Amentum

Expert Software Engineer

Amentum$197K — $218K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of AWS experience, including service orchestration and maintenance
  • 6+ years of software development experience with Agile methodologies
  • 6+ years coding experience in Python or another language
  • 6+ years experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD processes utilizing GitLab
  • 6+ years experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • 6+ years experience with Container and Orchestration technologies
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical concepts

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to all phases of the software development life cycle
  • Write well-designed, testable, and maintainable code
  • Ensure designs adhere to customer-approved specifications
  • Assist in planning and prioritization of upcoming work
  • Recommend process improvements for applications and operations
  • Prepare and produce software component releases
  • Support formal testing and defect resolution
  • Provide technical support for application and infrastructure queries
  • Mentor junior/mid-level developers and conduct code reviews

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description

The Geospatial Enterprise Open Data Store (GEODS) contract provides integration, design, development, and sustainment for data services in support of the Federal Government. 

Regularly, developers on GEODS are involved in designing and implementing new custom features that solve unique problems as well as updating and optimizing legacy features. Each developer has the opportunity to design and implement noticeable and impactful changes to the system as a whole.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8 to 5 core hours


Essential Responsibilities:

As a GEODS Expert Software Engineer, you will serve as a subject matter expert and mentor to other developers, advancing the vision and execution of the GEODS program by completing the following tasks:

  • Contribute to all phases of the software development life cycle
  • Write well-designed, testable, efficient, and maintainable code
  • Ensure designs follow specifications approved by customer
  • Contribute to planning and prioritization of work for future Program Increments
  • Recommend changes to improve established application and organizational processes
  • Prepare and produce releases of software components
  • Support formal testing and resolution of defects
  • Provide technical support and consultation for application and infrastructure defects and questions
  • Guide and lead junior/mid-level developers, to include completing code reviews

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

  • At least 3 years of demonstrated experience with AWS, including but not limited to Service orchestration, deployment, and maintenance.
  • At least 6 years demonstrated experience with software development using SAFe or similar Agile methodologies, to include working with Scrum Masters and/or Product Owners to decompose high level requirements into actionable user stories
  • At least 6 years of demonstrated experience coding in Python or another language
  • At least 6 years of demonstrated experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD, specifically utilizing GitLab or similar Git repository
  • At least 6 years of demonstrated experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) such as Terraform, CDK, or other
  • At least 6 years of demonstrated experience with Container and Orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
  • Ability to clearly communicate, verbally and in writing, complex technical concepts and challenges/obstacles in a clear and direct manner

Security Clearance Required:

TS/SCI with CI POLY

Minimum Education:  

Master’s degree plus 4 years of experience, bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of experience, associate's degree plus 12 years of experience, or a minimum of 15 years of experience, in relevant field

Minimum Years of Experience:

Master’s degree plus 4 years of experience, bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of experience, associate's degree plus 12 years of experience, or a minimum of 15 years of experience, in relevant field

Preferred Qualifications: AI if applicable to your program

  • Cloud certification(s), preferably from AWS, OCI or Google Cloud
  • Experience with API design
  • Experience with Multi Cloud Service Development and Coordination
  • Familiarity with AI/ML, specifically Amazon SageMaker
  • Familiarity with front-end development
  • Experience with Atlassian suite, specifically Jira and Confluence
  • Previous NGA experience

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

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Compensation Details:

US:$197,000 - $218,000

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

04/29/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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