Zaden Technologies is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (L4) to join our team and support our Direct to Phase II SBIR contract working on our innovative Icarus platform - an AI-Enhanced Architecture as Code capability for automatically generating SysML models. This role requires extensive experience in software development, architecture design, and systems modeling with a strong focus on delivering high-quality, secure code in a DevSecOps environment. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership for the development team and serve as a subject matter expert in advanced software engineering practices.

Role Responsibilities:

Lead software architecture design and development for the Icarus platform, focusing on AI-enhanced architecture as code capabilities
Design and develop robust software solutions using Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python in containerized environments (Docker/Podman)
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI for automated testing, deployment, and integration
Configure and maintain Kubernetes clusters for application deployment and orchestration
Develop and integrate with SysML modeling frameworks and tools to automate model generation
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers on the team
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications
Implement security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle
Participate in architecture reviews and technical planning sessions
Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to improve development processes

Required Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
10+ years of experience in software development with at least 5 years in a senior technical role
Extensive experience with Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, and Python development
Strong knowledge of GitLab, GitLab CI, and DevSecOps practices
Experience with containerization technologies (Docker/Podman) and Kubernetes orchestration
Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design
Demonstrated experience with automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous deployment
Understanding of software security principles and best practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

Active security clearance
Experience with Theia IDE development or customization
Experience with SysML or MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering) tools and methodologies
Knowledge of AI/ML integration into software applications
Experience with cloud-native application development
Familiarity with defense or space systems software development
Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments
Contributions to open-source projects
DevSecOps certifications

What we offer:

Robust startup environment with a variety of projects to work on
Growth paths and endless opportunities to learn and develop
Paid holidays
Employer contributions toward 401k
Performance-based bonus and profit-sharing
50% coverage of health insurance for employees and their dependents

COMPENSATION: $130,000 - $150,000 per year

Zaden Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by emailing us at people@zadentech.com.

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