Software Developer

Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2026! Belay Technologies is seeking a versatile Software Developer to design, develop, automate, and maintain scalable infrastructure and software solutions. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working across the software and infrastructure stack and has hands-on experience with Python and/or PowerShell, Linux, Dell hardware, and automation. Experience with Kubernetes, containerized workloads, and/or Ansible is a bonus. Key Responsibilities: Develop scripts and tools to automate tasks and improve system efficiencySupport CI/CD pipelines and automated software/infrastructure deploymentsAdminister, troubleshoot, and automate Linux-based systems and environmentsDeploy, configure, manage, and troubleshoot Kubernetes environmentsDevelop and maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, and automation workflowsAutomate provisioning, configuration, deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management of infrastructureTroubleshoot complex issues across applications, operating systems, containers, networking, and hardwareCollaborate with software, infrastructure, systems, and operations teams to implement reliable solutionsDocument technical solutions, procedures, configurations, and operational processesIdentify opportunities to improve system reliability, scalability, performance, and security Required Technical skills include experience with: LinuxAWS and VMsDocker SwarmDeployments of distributed webApplications (e.g. GitLab CI/CD):Terraform scripting and VMProvisioning:Ansible scripting and development Through understanding of Docker & Docker Compose container technology Git Qualifications: TS/SCI with polygraphStrong programming/scripting experience with Python and/or PowerShellHands-on experience administering Linux systemsExperience with Kubernetes, containerized workloads, and experience with ansible is a bonusStrong understanding of automation, configuration management, and infrastructure-as-code conceptsExperience troubleshooting systems across software, operating system, and infrastructure layersExperience working with physical servers or data-center infrastructure, preferably Dell hardwareStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsPrior CNO experience, desiredAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional engineering teams Desired technical skills include experience with: Bash scripting and developmentElasticsearch maintenance andConfiguration Java / Spring Boot (troubleshooting error logs) HAProxy MongoDB Perks and Benefits: 8 weeks paid leave - 4 weeks of personal leave, 3 Yay! days, take off on your birthday,11 paid holidays and optional leave up to 6 days through Belay's volunteer program10% matching in 401(k) contributions vested on day one$5,000 annual training/tuitionStudent Loan Repayment Program100% company funded HSARich medical coverage (100% coinsurance)Dental coverage including orthodontiaUp to $420,000 in life insurance, premiums 100% company fundedAmazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizesPet adoption program, generous referral bonus program, fun events, and more! At Belay, we are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. Several factors influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits and perks, a flexible work-life balance, and career development. Salary Range: $165,000.00 to $230,000.00 Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies specializes in systems automation and full stack development. Belay Technologies provides leading technology and engineering solutions to the DoD, as well as state-of-the-art commercial products. We hire software engineers, web designers, test engineers, systems engineers, systems administrators, database engineers and other tech services. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Powered by JazzHR EFh5zq40bf