Principal-Level Software Engineer
IDS International
Principal-Level Software Engineer
IDS International
Global security training and expeditionary support
Principal‑Level Software Engineer (Java, Python)
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public‑sector clients.
Annapolis Junction, MD
Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
IDS is seeking a Principal‑Level Software Engineer to create custom analytics that perform at scale. The engineer will work closely with data scientists and end users to develop analytic tools that support discovery and tradecraft around critical global challenges and operationalize data science within customer environments.
• Work directly with data scientists and mission analysts to solve complex strategic problems
• Perform end‑to‑end software engineering to prototype, develop, integrate, test, and deploy analytic tools
• Integrate tools and tradecraft into customer corporate architectures
• Support the operationalization of data science solutions at scale
• Bachelor’s degree with eleven (11) years of relevant experience, or equivalent
• Strong experience with Jupyter Notebooks, Java MapReduce, and Python PySpark
• Strong experience with statistical analysis and machine learning fundamentals
• Strong experience with customer tools, architecture, data flow, and big‑data environments
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and GitLab
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Experience with end‑to‑end software development processes (requirements, design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment, and maintenance)
• Experience with data science, Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Salary range: $155,000 – $175,000
• Benefits
Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.
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Global security training and expeditionary support
IDS International provides global Training & Technical Services for government and military programs, including security for government construction sites, escorted access to secure facilities, and extensive military training. Its work spans Infrastructure Protection to guard mission-critical assets in hostile environments and Expeditionary Support, which covers life support, logistics, engineering, program management, and facilities operations. The company brings together cyber and information warfare experts and specialized training to tailor solutions for evolving geopolitical challenges, working with clients to understand goals and deliver hands-on, field-tested programs. With nearly 70 years of combined experience, IDS International aims to help clients achieve mission objectives through customized protection, training, and support across defense, diplomacy, development, and public-sector missions, even in conflict zones.
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