Cloud Software Engineer SME
Anywhere
Type: Contract-to-Hire
Category: Architecture
Industry: Government
Workplace Type: Remote
Reference ID: JN -062025-102629
Date Posted: 06/24/2025
Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/qlmEBm
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Description:
Our client is a prominent technology solutions provider with a strong focus on delivering innovative and scalable cloud-based applications and infrastructure solutions. They have a significant presence in the government sector, providing cutting-edge technology services to enhance operational efficiency and security.
Location: Must be in the Washington DC area
Pay: 75 - 80 an hour W2
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Responsibilities:
· Design, code, and test scalable software solutions using Java technologies, including Java, J2EE, OpenJDK, Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate.
· Migrate existing applications to the cloud and develop AWS Cloud Native Solutions utilizing services such as ECS, Lambda, S3, SQS, SNS, ELB, ALB, and Aurora RDS.
· Implement robust database and data storage solutions using MySQL, Aurora MySQL, and Aurora Postgres.
· Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines with integrated testing and security scans using tools like GitLab, Sonarqube, Apache Maven, Tenable, NPM, and Nexus Lifecycle.
· Automate infrastructure provisioning and ensure optimal configuration for performance and security using Docker, Fargate, Terraform, and Ansible.
· Monitor system health and perform root cause analysis for incidents using monitoring tools such as Systems Manager, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Instana, Splunk, and Qradar.
· Implement authentication and authorization solutions using Kerberos and Okta.
Experience Requirements:
· 15+ years of experience in software development with a strong focus on Java and related technologies.
· At least 5 years of experience working in the government sector, with a deep understanding of its unique requirements and challenges.
· Extensive experience with AWS Cloud Services and cloud-native application development.
· Proficiency in CI/CD and DevSecOps practices and tools.
· Experience with containerization and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) technologies.
· Strong background in database technologies and data storage solutions.
· Experience with monitoring tools and performing root cause analysis.
· Familiarity with authentication and authorization protocols.
· Experience working in Agile environments and using tools like Rally.
Education Requirements:
· BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
· Relevant AWS Certifications and/or DevSecOps Certification are highly desirable.
· Public Trust Clearance or similar is required.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.
Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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