Software Engineer 2

Wyetech is seeking an experienced Data Workflow Automation Engineer (SWE2) to develop, maintain, and optimize data workflows and automation pipelines using Apache Airflow. This position focuses on building reliable, scalable, and observable workflow orchestration solutions supporting data engineering, analytics, and mission-critical operations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong Python and Java development experience, proficiency in Linux environments, and familiarity with workflow orchestration, distributed data processing, and containerization technologies. The Software Engineer will collaborate with data engineers, platform teams, and mission stakeholders to deliver secure, efficient, production-ready data solutions.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Experience using Linux command-line interfaces (CLI), system utilities, and troubleshooting tools.

• Experience developing Bash scripts to automate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.

• Recent hands-on software development experience using Python and Java.

• Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools, particularly Apache Airflow.

• Familiarity with distributed big data processing technologies, including Apache Spark.

• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, containerd, and Podman.

• Proficiency with Git for source code management, version control, and collaborative development.

• Experience designing, developing, debugging, testing, and maintaining software applications.

• Understanding of software development methodologies, system integration, and performance optimization.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience using Atlassian collaboration and development tools, including Jira and Confluence.

• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure and services.

The Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, deploys, documents, maintains, and enhances complex software systems based on documented requirements. These systems may include data-intensive analytics, large-scale data processing, real-time applications, data repositories, and workflow orchestration services.

The engineer applies software engineering methodologies, configuration management practices, and system integration principles while collaborating with technical teams to develop reliable, scalable, and maintainable solutions.

Responsibilities and Capabilities:

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain automated data workflows and orchestration pipelines using Apache Airflow.

• Develop and enhance Python and Java applications supporting data processing, analytics, and workflow automation.

• Create and maintain Bash scripts to automate operational tasks and improve system efficiency.

• Integrate workflow orchestration solutions with distributed data processing technologies, including Apache Spark.

• Develop, test, and deploy containerized applications using Docker, containerd, and Podman.

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data pipelines to ensure reliability, scalability, and operational performance.

• Analyze user requirements and translate them into software design, workflow architecture, and performance specifications.

• Debug existing software, resolve defects, and implement enhancements to improve system functionality.

• Develop database queries and integrate data repositories to support automated processing and analytical workflows.

• Collaborate with data engineers, platform teams, and systems engineers to support software integration and operational requirements.

• Develop and execute software testing procedures and maintain technical documentation.

• Recommend improvements to software development processes, automation practices, and system performance.

• Provide technical guidance and support team development activities as appropriate to the project.

Qualifications:

Candidates must meet one (1) of the following education and experience combinations:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus three (3) years of Software Engineering experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of Software Engineering experience.

• Seven (7) years of Software Engineering experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Relevant experience must include software development, programming, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance within comparable technical environments.

Security Clearance and Additional Requirements:

• Security Clearance: Clearance requirements must be confirmed for this specific opening.

At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world-class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry.

Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee's gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.

Additional benefits include:

Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.

Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:

• A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Vision and Dental

• Life and AD&D Benefits

• Short and Long-Term Disability

• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances

• Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services

• Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000

• Mobility Among Wyetech-supported Contracts

• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS

• Various team-building events throughout the year, such as monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.

• Employees receive two complimentary branded clothing orders annually.

Hourly Pay Range: $83.61–$113.23

Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications; and geographic location. Hourly pay rates reflect the pre-benefit gross wage amounts.