Graph Database Engineer (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Software Engineer Sr Advisor at GDIT. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.

As a Software Engineer Sr Advisor you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Software Engineer Sr Advisor joining our team who is interested in designing, developing and maintaining essential software systems. The optimal candidate will have demonstrated experience integrating solutions with graph databases, such as JanusGraph. They will also have a strong background in systems software development, experience with 3rd party system integration, expertise in ElasticSearch, and a solid understanding of data modeling concepts. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a challenging project that requires innovative solutions and collaborative problem-solving.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.
• 5+ years of related software development experience.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Extensive expertise in Python and NodeJS
• 5+ years of experience in systems software development in NodeJS or Python
• Strong proficiency working with graph databases (for example JANUS Graph) and graph query languages
• Proven experience with 3rd party system integration using APIs, webhooks and other integration methods
• Strong understanding of software design patterns, principles and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Basic understanding of data modeling concepts, including entity-relationship, data normalization, and denormalization
• Experience with Git workflows, including feature branching, pull requests and code reviews
• Ability to work effectively in a Linux-based development environment

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Hands on experience with AWS Lambda, EventBridge and SQS
• Experience with Node.js, Express, MongoDB and Cassandra
• In-depth knowledge of ElasticSearch, including indexing, querying and aggregation
• Knowledge of containerization leveraging Kubernetes
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools such as Jenkins or CircleCI
• Hands-on experience working with message brokers such as RabbitMQ or AWS SQS

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and efficient software solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements
• Participate with code reviews and ensure high-quality, modular, and reusable code
• Troubleshoot and debug issues in the application, including performance optimization and error handling
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying this knowledge to improve our application
• Design and implement data models that meet the needs of the application, ensuring data consistency and integrity
• Location: On Customer Site

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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