Senior Software Engineer
Columbia Full-time Senior Software Engineering
At a glance
Senior Software Engineering role at Belay Technologies. Columbia · full-time · $190,000–$240,000 base.
SalaryStated by Belay Technologies
$190,000 – $240,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from Belay TechnologiesOur estimate for the market: $159,500–$215,000Median $184,325
Above the market median of $184,325 for senior software engineering roles in Columbia.
Worked out from 9 postings that stated pay, median $184,325. Last updated Oct 30, 2026.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationColumbia
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$190,000–$240,000
PostedOct 19, 2026
Role brief
techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build Kafka, Python and Java streaming pipelines that turn infrastructure data into useful insights
- Create ETL workflows that compare requested infrastructure with what was actually deployed
- Keep data ingestion and processing dependable as the system scales
- Work with full-stack engineers to connect the data results to visual displays
What you bring
- An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and twelve years of experience
- A bachelor's degree, or four additional years of experience instead
- Hands-on Kafka and streaming analytics experience, plus proficiency in Python or Java
- A solid foundation in relational, document or graph databases
Who this fits
This senior role suits an engineer focused on streaming analytics and ETL who can also contribute to database design, full-stack development or subject matter work. The position is based in Columbia, Maryland, and requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
From the employer
Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2019, runner up in 2020 and a finalist in 2021!
Belay Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our intel team. This is a brand new, high-priority project. This team will be responsible for aggregating data sources to create a clear picture of what infrastructure was requested, what infrastructure was deployed, and proactively alert on any discrepancies. The team's application will then be used by subject matter experts to investigate, create, and iterate on best practices and deployment rules. Then, the team will proactively identify and alert when requested or provisioned infrastructure breaks those best practices and rules. This team must interact with many stakeholders from across the organization and iterate as frequently as possible. As a Software Engineer focusing on streaming analytics and ETL, you will design pipelines that transform infrastructure data into actionable insights. Successful candidates will have skills allowing them to also contribute to the team in other ways, such as subject matter expertise, database design, full stack development, etc.
Responsibilities:
Candidates should have the following qualifications:
Candidates are desired to have the following skills:
Perks and Benefits:
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: 190,000 to $240,000
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.
Belay Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our intel team. This is a brand new, high-priority project. This team will be responsible for aggregating data sources to create a clear picture of what infrastructure was requested, what infrastructure was deployed, and proactively alert on any discrepancies. The team's application will then be used by subject matter experts to investigate, create, and iterate on best practices and deployment rules. Then, the team will proactively identify and alert when requested or provisioned infrastructure breaks those best practices and rules. This team must interact with many stakeholders from across the organization and iterate as frequently as possible. As a Software Engineer focusing on streaming analytics and ETL, you will design pipelines that transform infrastructure data into actionable insights. Successful candidates will have skills allowing them to also contribute to the team in other ways, such as subject matter expertise, database design, full stack development, etc.
Responsibilities:
- Build streaming data pipelines (Kafka, Python, Java) to process infrastructure data.
- Develop ETL workflows to reconcile requested vs. realized infrastructure.
- Ensure scalable and reliable data ingestion and processing.
- Collaborate with full-stack engineers on integration and visualization of results.
Candidates should have the following qualifications:
- TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph
- 12 yrs, B.S. or 4 additional yrs in place of B.S.
- Experience with Kafka and streaming analytics.
- Proficiency in Python and/or Java.
- Strong background in relational, document, and/or graph databases.
- Knowledge of adjacent domains (dataflow, data science, mission analytics) is a plus.
Candidates are desired to have the following skills:
- Experience analyzing cyber security-related data sets (network traffic, OS events).
- Knowledge of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems.
- Experience with production CNO capabilities and operations.
- Familiarity with Git and GitLab.
- Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence).
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 program
- 10% matching in 401(k) contributions vested on day one
- $5,000 annual training/tuition
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- 100% company-funded HSA
- Rich medical coverage (100% coinsurance)
- Dental coverage including orthodontia
- Up to $420,000 in life insurance, premiums 100% company funded
- Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes
- Pet 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: 190,000 to $240,000
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.
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