Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is looking to hire a software engineer to support a rapid prototype team investigating next-generation maritime surveillance technologies in congested and contested maritime environments. The person for this position will investigate, design, test and deploy new resilient hardware and software to enable United States Coast Guard (USCG) mission success. Any recommendations of system upgrades, additions, or removal is dependent upon the approval of the USCG. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Alexandria, VA.

• The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing scalable Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, supporting agile development, managing hybrid infrastructure, edge computing, and partnering closely with engineering teams in fast-paced, iterative mission focused environments.
• Participate in the requirements, design, development, investigation and testing of software to include investigation and development of new work products or enhancement of existing applications and systems
• Collaborate with project managers and other professionals within Engineering teams.
• Follow established development practices and processes to maintain the configuration management of software products
• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting Java, JavaScript, and GitLab applications.
• Investigate, test, and deploy applications across cloud, on-premises, and tactical edge computing environments
• Maintain and optimize containerized workloads using Docker and Kubernetes (or equivalent orchestration platforms)
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure system availability and performance
• Collaborate with security teams to integrate DevSecOps practices into pipelines and infrastructure
• Troubleshoot deployment, infrastructure, and performance issues across distributed environments
• Improve system reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency through automation and best practices
• Provide formal reports on any deficiencies identified as directed by the COR.
• Review for reports and documentation deliverables for accuracy as directed by the COR.

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Active and transferable SECRET U.S. government issued security clearance.
• Bachelors degree in software engineering or computer science.
• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience using programming languages (e.g. C++, Oracle, SQL, MySQL, .NET, Python and Java etc.).
• Experience supporting C2, distributed systems, or mission-critical platforms.
• Experience developing, coding, testing, and debugging complex algorithms.
• Experience and/or knowledge of network protocols, such as TCP/IP. 
• Experience with system-level integration and testing, specifically, the integration of advanced, custom processing systems, testbeds, and software.
• Knowledge of embedded software, FPGA interfaces, or Software-defined radio (SDR) platforms (e.g., USRP, HackRF, BladeRF).
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.