Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or 14+ years of software engineering experience
Extensive experience in software configuration management and release engineering
Proficient in software version control and branching strategies
Skilled in creating and managing RPM packages
Experienced in developing and maintaining Helm charts
Familiar with managing container images and artifact repositories like Sonatype Nexus and Harbor
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Responsibilities
Lead software configuration management and release engineering across multiple environments
Establish and maintain configuration management processes and standards
Manage software baselines, version control, and release documentation
Coordinate and distribute software releases ensuring accuracy and traceability
Develop software packaging solutions including RPM packages and container images
Administer artifact repositories and container registries
Collaborate with development and deployment teams for release planning
Benefits
Quarterly bonuses and competitive compensation rates
Comprehensive health benefits and 401K retirement plan
Company-sponsored continuing education programs
Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays
Flexible work options to support work/life balance
Full Job Description
*This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI w/ Fullscope Polygraph clearance to be considered.*
ProSync is seeking a Software Configuration Management & Release Engineer to join the team and lead software configuration management, release control, software packaging, version control, and artifact repository management activities across multiple development and deployment environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring software releases are properly controlled, versioned, packaged, documented, reproducible, and traceable throughout the software development lifecycle. This role requires expertise in release and repository management, software packaging, and configuration control processes supporting complex mission and enterprise environments. Candidates with experience managing RPM packages, Helm charts, and container images, as well as repository platforms such as Sonatype Nexus, Harbor, and ContainerYard, are highly desired.
Responsibilities:
Lead software configuration management and release engineering activities across multiple development, test, and production environments.
Establish and maintain configuration management processes, standards, and procedures.
Manage software baselines, version control, release branches, and release documentation.
Coordinate, package, and distribute software releases while ensuring accuracy, traceability, and reproducibility.
Develop and maintain software packaging solutions, including RPM packages, Helm charts, and container images.
Administer and manage artifact repositories and container registries.
Ensure proper versioning, auditing, and tracking of software assets throughout the development lifecycle.
Collaborate with software developers, system engineers, and deployment teams to support release planning and execution.
Support configuration audits and maintain compliance with organizational and customer requirements.
Troubleshoot release, build, packaging, and repository-related issues.
Create and maintain technical documentation, release notes, and configuration records.
Requirements
A Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus fourteen (14) years of software engineering experience (OR) in lieu of a degree, a total of eighteen (18) or more years of software engineering experience.
Extensive experience with software configuration management and release engineering practices.
Experience with software version control, branching strategies, and release management processes.
Experience creating and managing RPM packages.
Experience developing and maintaining Helm charts.
Experience managing container images and container-based software distributions.
Experience administering and supporting artifact repositories and container registries, including: Sonatype Nexus, Harbor, and/or ContainerYard.
Strong understanding of software lifecycle management, configuration control, and release governance.
Experience documenting and maintaining software baselines and release records.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
An active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph is required.
Benefits
Join PROSYNC and enjoy our great benefits!
Compensation:
We offer bonuses that are awarded quarterly to our employees and our compensation rates are highly competitive.
Health & Retirement:
We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K Retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family, now and in the future. Other health-related benefits include an employee assistance program for those difficult times or when you need to take care of your mental health.
Education:
Individual growth is a priority at ProSync. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company-sponsored continuing education program so you can get your degree or that next certification you need to propel you to the next level.
Work/Life Balance:
A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at ProSync, but it's also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything else you want to develop in your personal life.. We offer generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays a year. ProSync also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle.
About ProSync Technology Group
ProSync Technology Group is a technology and solutions provider that specializes in software engineering, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data analytics. The company provides services to the U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence community, and other federal agencies. ProSync is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland and was founded in 2008. The company has received several awards for its work, including the 2019 Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Freedom Award.
