Software Engineer
Kforce Inc.
Job Info
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Plano, TX that is seeking a Software Engineer.Responsibilities:- In this role, the Software Engineer will apply deep technical knowledge and problem-solving methodologies to analyze complex data/systems, anticipate issues, and mitigate risks
- Work with other Engineering and Platform teams to architect and rapidly iterate on designs, patterns, or changes required to resolve issues and modernize the organization and its technology processes
- Lead a team in developing secure, high-quality prototype and production code, and review and debug code written by others
- Demonstrate the ability to solve problems, not deliver fixes
- Provide technical guidance and strategic direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors
- Drive decisions that influence product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes
- The Software Engineer will execute work according to compliance standards, risk and security, and business objectives
- Advise and mentor engineers and technologists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development
- Develop and contribute to a great team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect
REQUIREMENTS:
- Formal training or certification on coding practices, testing automation, one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, etc.), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Pulumi, Ansible, etc), Software Defined Networks & Network Security domain knowledge including VNFs, CNFs, CNIs (Cilium, OVH, Calico, etc), SASE, Micro and Macro Segmentation/Zero Trust - and other infrastructure technologies (e.g., hardware, databases, storage, identity, cloud infrastructure) and 10+ years of applied experience in these areas
- In addition, 5+ years of experience leading technologists to manage, anticipate and solve complex technical items within your domain of expertise and more broadly across the organization
- Practical experience with cloud-native technologies and virtualization and the ability to operate in and migrate across public and private clouds
- Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight
- Experience with secure coding, AppSec, threat modeling, code testing, third party cyber security controls/testing, threat/risk assessment, vulnerabilities/weaknesses, and penetration testing (for Security Engineers)
- Strong communication skills to work effectively with technical stakeholders and senior technology leaders
- Formal training or certification in software engineering or infrastructure engineering concepts is a plus
- 10+ years applied experience/working knowledge of Reliability Engineering tenants, patterns and practices is a big plus
- Network domain/engineering experience with underlay and overlay topologies at scale
- Experience with Policy as code frameworks/tooling (OPA, Kyverno, etc.)
- Experience to rapidly evolving start up style organizations within a large regulated firm is a plus
- Drive to continue developing technical and cross-functional knowledge outside of the product
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce 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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