Cloud Software Engineer

WE ARE HIRING OWNERS

Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership

Because who you work with matters.
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In this role, you will develop, maintain, and enhance complex Big-Data Cloud systems, contributing to all stages of back-end processing, analysis, and indexing. You will implement and test software components, resolve issues, and provide input on system design, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and COTS/GOTS integration. Working individually or on a team, you will leverage Cloud and Distributed Computing technologies to architect, debug, and manage multi-node installations while ensuring secure and efficient operations.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience in Cloud computing, distributed systems, Big-Data architectures, and Information Retrieval (IR)
• Proficiency with Java, Python, and object-oriented design
• Experience with Hadoop ecosystem, MapReduce, HDFS, HBase, Cloud Big Table, and coordination frameworks (e.g., Zookeeper)
• Experience in multi-node Cloud deployment, system debugging, and performance optimization
• Knowledge of network operations, virtualization (VMware/VirtualBox), and information assurance practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in teams

Education/Experience:
12 yrs. software engineering experience in complex programs
B.S. in Computer Science or related discipline (Master or certifications may substitute for experience)
Minimum 4 yrs. with Big-Data Cloud technologies and distributed computing

Total Compensation Package 

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.
• Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don’t need new tech.
• Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free.

For a full overview of our benefits, please visit our benefits tab.

Additional Perks and Benefits 

• Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant—let's build the future together.
• Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!
• Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.
• Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh—whatever suits you best!
• Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company’s success with an end-of-year cash bonus.
• Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.