Software Integration Engineer II

Position Overview

TAP Engineering is seeking a Software Integration Engineer in Annapolis Junction, Maryland to support the integration, deployment, and operation of software across multi-vendor high-performance computing (HPC) servers, clusters, and specialized processing environments. You'll work across operating systems, scheduling platforms, monitoring tools, and automation technologies to ensure software and systems work together reliably in a complex technical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Integrate, install, configure, and troubleshoot software across HPC systems and specialized computing environments

Develop and maintain Linux shell scripts and automation using Bash, Python, Perl, or JavaScript

Support Red Hat, CentOS, SUSE, and other Linux-based operating environments

Configure and troubleshoot HPC scheduling, resource management, and parallel processing environments

Support technologies including Slurm, Lustre, WEKA, VMware, InfiniBand, Mellanox, and NVIDIA platforms

Work with compilers, multi-threaded applications, and parallel processing technologies

Support system monitoring, logging, and performance analysis using tools such as Grafana, ELK, and Splunk

Apply configuration management and automation tools to maintain consistent system configurations

Perform structured troubleshooting and root-cause analysis across software and infrastructure components

Support system deployments, upgrades, and integration efforts

Collaborate with system, network, and software engineers to resolve integration and performance issues

Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting activities

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance with appropriate polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)

DoD 8570 IAT II certification

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or related field and 6+ years of experience, or 11+ years of relevant experience without a degree

Experience working with Linux-based operating systems and shell scripting

Proficiency in Python and/or another scripting or programming language such as Perl or JavaScript

Experience supporting HPC, distributed computing, or parallel processing environments

Familiarity with HPC schedulers and resource management software, particularly Slurm

Working knowledge of configuration management and automation tools

Experience with system installation, integration, and troubleshooting

Familiarity with technologies such as Lustre, InfiniBand, VMware, NVIDIA, Mellanox, or similar HPC platforms

Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and system management tools

Understanding of GCC and software compilation

Strong analytical and structured troubleshooting skills

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission-focused environment

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000–$128,000, based on relevant experience, qualifications, and other applicable factors. The compensation range provided is a general guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

Clearance Requirement

This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with appropriate polygraph. Clearance processing and maintenance will be conducted in accordance with U.S. Government requirements.

Benefits Overview

TAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

Paid Time Off: 15–25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays (never use-or-lose)

Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing

Medical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees, with optional buy-up plans for dependents

Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements

Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework

Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support

Performance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses

Additional Information

TAP Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.