Position OverviewTAP Engineering is seeking a Software Integration Engineer in Annapolis Junction, Maryland to support the integration, deployment, and operation of software across multi-vendor high-performance computing (HPC) servers, clusters, and specialized processing environments. You'll work across operating systems, scheduling platforms, monitoring tools, and automation technologies to ensure software and systems work together reliably in a complex technical environment.
Key Responsibilities- Integrate, install, configure, and troubleshoot software across HPC systems and specialized computing environments
- Develop and maintain Linux shell scripts and automation using Bash, Python, Perl, or JavaScript
- Support Red Hat, CentOS, SUSE, and other Linux-based operating environments
- Configure and troubleshoot HPC scheduling, resource management, and parallel processing environments
- Support technologies including Slurm, Lustre, WEKA, VMware, InfiniBand, Mellanox, and NVIDIA platforms
- Work with compilers, multi-threaded applications, and parallel processing technologies
- Support system monitoring, logging, and performance analysis using tools such as Grafana, ELK, and Splunk
- Apply configuration management and automation tools to maintain consistent system configurations
- Perform structured troubleshooting and root-cause analysis across software and infrastructure components
- Support system deployments, upgrades, and integration efforts
- Collaborate with system, network, and software engineers to resolve integration and performance issues
- Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting activities
Required Qualifications- Active TS/SCI clearance with appropriate polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)
- DoD 8570 IAT II certification
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or related field and 6+ years of experience, or 11+ years of relevant experience without a degree
- Experience working with Linux-based operating systems and shell scripting
- Proficiency in Python and/or another scripting or programming language such as Perl or JavaScript
- Experience supporting HPC, distributed computing, or parallel processing environments
- Familiarity with HPC schedulers and resource management software, particularly Slurm
- Working knowledge of configuration management and automation tools
- Experience with system installation, integration, and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with technologies such as Lustre, InfiniBand, VMware, NVIDIA, Mellanox, or similar HPC platforms
- Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and system management tools
- Understanding of GCC and software compilation
- Strong analytical and structured troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission-focused environment
CompensationThe anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000-$128,000, based on relevant experience, qualifications, and other applicable factors. The compensation range provided is a general guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
Clearance RequirementThis position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with appropriate polygraph. Clearance processing and maintenance will be conducted in accordance with U.S. Government requirements.
Benefits OverviewTAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
- Paid Time Off: 15-25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays (never use-or-lose)
- Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing
- Medical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees, with optional buy-up plans for dependents
- Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements
- Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework
- Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support
- Performance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses
