Staff Systems IT Engineer

Job Description:

• Design, build, and maintain internal web applications and tools using C#/Blazor or Python
• Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation using GitLab, Azure DevOps, GitHub, Artifactory, and SonarQube
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline software delivery, improve code quality, and enhance operational visibility
• Implement secure, maintainable, and scalable solutions supporting developer productivity and enterprise compliance
• Evaluate and adopt modern DevOps and full-stack practices
• Shape scalable, enterprise-grade solutions supporting Shield AI’s engineering workflows, growth, and operational excellence

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
• Strong experience developing and maintaining internal web applications using C#/Blazor and/or Python
• Hands-on expertise with DevOps practices and tooling, including CI/CD pipeline development, version control, and artifact management
• Experience with automation, infrastructure-as-code, and quality tools such as SonarQube
• Solid understanding of secure software development, system integration, and enterprise-scale architecture
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a track record of cross-functional teamwork
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with GitLab/Azure DevOps, GitHub, Artifactory, SonarQube
• Preferred: experience in DoD, defense, or government contractor environments; NIST 800-218 (SSDF); DevSecOps; Terraform or Bicep; static/dynamic analysis; artifact attestation; enterprise IAM including SSO, RBAC, and audit logging; Blazor Server/WebAssembly and Python
• Offers contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check

Benefits:

• Bonus
• Benefits for full-time regular employees
• Equity
• Temporary benefits package applicable after 60 days of employment for temporary employees