--- title: 'Software Integration Engineer III at ClearEdge' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/software-integration-engineer-iii-clearedge-annapolis-junction-e28zf509gt14' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Software Integration Engineer III at ClearEdge - **Company:** ClearEdge - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2025-02-25 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/clearedge/90d971f2-1b34-45de-8941-5e46867ba095 ## Job description Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success. ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at www.clearedgeit.com/careers/ Your Mission: As a Software Integration Engineer, you will play a critical part in the integration, installation, configuration, and sustainment of mission-essential software in a complex operating environment. You’ll support a multi-tenant Kubernetes on-premise platform that serves as the foundation for advanced applications across multiple teams. This position blends hands-on system engineering with DevOps principles to ensure reliability, performance, and security at scale. You Will Excel in This Role If You Are: - A problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments - Comfortable switching between various architectural paradigms - Eager to work in a containerized landlord/tenant environment and develop tools that enhance software production efficiency - Passionate about collaborating across teams to support advanced computing and DevOps culture A Day in the Life: - Integrate, install, configure, upgrade, and support COTS/GOTS software in heterogeneous operating systems - Manage software sustainment efforts, including updates and documentation for the full software stack - Write and execute test codes to assess and characterize software performance - Monitor and troubleshoot large Linux clusters, leveraging tools such as Prometheus and Grafana - Administer and monitor Kubernetes clusters, using Helm for deployment and GitLab CI/CD pipelines to optimize workflows - Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) automation with tools like Ansible, SaltStack, or Puppet - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software efficiency and performance - Use Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence) and Git for version control and task management Must Haves: - TS/SCI clearance with polygraph - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field with eight (8)+ years of related experience or five (5) years of full-time Computer Science experience can substitute for a degree, with an additional eight (8) years in relevant roles - Experience with Linux CLI and basic system administration - Proficiency in scripting using Bash and Python - Knowledge of compute, network, memory, and storage system components - Experience with containerization technologies like Docker - Hands-on experience with Kubernetes administration and monitoring - Expertise in troubleshooting large-scale Linux clusters - Familiarity with system monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) - Experience with version control systems like Git ## Nice to Have - Experience deploying Kubernetes applications using Helm - Familiarity with GitLab CI/CD pipelines - Knowledge of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles ClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. We believe in developing our people, promoting from within, and fostering long-term career growth across the organization. Our Core Values—Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability—guide everything we do. These principles shape our culture, inform our decisions, and drive our commitment to excellence in support of our customers and partners. If this position is not the right fit, we encourage you to visit our Careers page to explore other opportunities at ClearEdge or connect with one of our recruiters at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer. ## About ClearEdge ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: A mission-driven technology thought leader providing software engineering, big data, cloud, data analytics, and data science solutions primarily to the Intelligence Community and government clients. - **Entity Type**: Private (Woman-Owned Small Business) - **Headquarters**: Jessup, Maryland, United States (with an office in Annapolis Junction) - **Founded**: August 23, 2002 - **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed; Christine Puglisi is listed as Owner ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Information Technology & Services; National Security / Intelligence; Government Contracting - **Target customers**: U.S. government agencies (especially the Intelligence Community), defense contractors, and industry partners (B2G) - **Mission statement**: "Empower customers in government and industry with innovative data driven solutions." ## Products & Services ClearEdge delivers technical solutions and services across several domains: - **[Software Engineering](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: Full-stack development using Java, JavaEE, RESTful web services, and agile/DevOps practices. - **[Big Data & Cloud](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: Solutions built on Hadoop, Map Reduce, Accumulo, NiFi, and cloud platforms. - **[Data Analytics & Data Science](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: Machine learning, data flow engineering, and analytic visualization. - **[High Performance Computing & Cyber](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: HPC support and cybersecurity engineering. - **[DevOps Support](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: CI/CD pipeline implementation and operational support. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (privately held) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue estimated at **$45.2M**; total funding not applicable (bootstrapped/private) - **Headcount**: Reports vary – **53 employees** ([LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/clearedge-it-solutions-llc)) or **75 US employees** ([Top Workplaces](https://topworkplaces.com/company/clearedge-it-solutions/)) – yearly growth of **+14.1%** - **Notable Partners/Clients**: Primarily serves U.S. Intelligence Community and government agencies; has held federal contracts since 2002 (CAGE 3CF84, UEI HJTXHCM6N4B3) - **Growth Signals**: 33 active job postings as of late 2025; quarterly job postings up 6.5% year-over-year; LinkedIn followers up 18.6% annually ## Competitive Advantages - **Cleared Workforce**: Many positions require a DoD security clearance, creating a barrier to entry for competitors. - **Employee-First Culture**: 100% employer-paid health/dental/vision, 10% 401k contribution, $10k annual education benefit, and a $500/year personal tech budget. - **Small Business Agility**: As a privately held woman-owned small business, ClearEdge can adapt quickly and offer employees direct impact on mission-critical projects. - **Deep IC Domain Expertise**: Over two decades of experience supporting intelligence community customers with specialized technical talent. ## Strategic Focus - Continue attracting and retaining top-tier engineers with the required clearances. - Invest in continuous learning and certifications (up to $10k/year per employee). - Expand capabilities in data science, machine learning, and cloud engineering to meet evolving government needs. - Maintain a strong culture of work-life balance and community involvement (family events, STEM days, etc.). ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: Honesty, integrity, loyalty, fairness, respect, responsibility, and accountability are core tenets. An employee-first leadership style with a "family" atmosphere. - **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Roles are primarily located in the Baltimore/Washington Metro area; many require on-site work due to security clearance needs. Some flexibility may exist. - **Perks & Benefits** (from [ClearEdge Careers](https://www.clearedgeit.com/careers/)): - 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (Cigna) - 100% employer-paid short/long-term disability and life insurance - 10% 401k contribution (3% safe harbor + 7% discretionary, immediate vesting) - Up to 25 days PTO + all federal holidays - $10,000 annual education reimbursement (courses, certifications, conferences) - $500/year personal tech budget - Student loan assistance through Gradifi - Career service bonuses ($3k at 3 years, $5k at 5, $10k at 10, $15k at 15) - Fun office amenities (pool table, shuffleboard, outdoor grill patio) - **Engineering Culture**: Emphasis on continuous learning, in-house training (Agile, Hadoop, Spark, ML), bi-monthly technical deep dives, and exposure to diverse mission contracts. ## Sources 1. [ClearEdge Careers Page](https://www.clearedgeit.com/careers/) 2. [LinkedIn Company Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/clearedge-it-solutions-llc) 3. [Top Workplaces Profile](https://topworkplaces.com/company/clearedge-it-solutions/) 4. [HigherGov Federal Awardee Record](https://www.highergov.com/awardee/clearedge-it-solutions-llc-12810676/) 5. 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