Principal Cloud Systems Engineer

About the company

Our goals are simple! The mission, our people, and having fun. We have created a mighty presence in the Intelligence Community through delivering exceptional software solutions to our clients.

GliaCell’s main areas of expertise are Enterprise Development, Cybersecurity, ML/AI, and the Cloud.

Our portfolio of work grants us access to over 200+ opportunities across 17 contracts and counting!

We only seek work that is on the cusp of innovation, allowing our engineers to feel challenged every day.

If you are interested in working where you are treated like family, you found your home!

Do you want to earn a strong salary, a benefits package that suits your lifestyle, receive a 401K contribution, enjoy GC company events, and more? Start your GliaCell journey by applying today!

About the role

An active or rein-statable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is REQUIRED. Please do not apply if you currently do not possess this level of clearance.

Are you a Principal Cloud Systems Engineer who is ready for a new challenge that will launch your career to the next level?

Tired of being treated like a company drone? Tired of promised adventures during the hiring phase, then dropped off on a remote contract and never seen or heard from the mothership again? Our engineers were certainly tired of the same.

At GliaCell our slogan is “We make It happen”.

We will immerse you in the latest technologies. We will develop and support your own personalized training program to continue your individual growth. We will provide you with work that matters with our mission focused customers, and surround you with a family of brilliant engineers.

Culture isn’t something you need to talk about…if it just exists.

If this sounds interesting to you, then we’d like to have a discussion regarding your next adventure! If you want to be a drone, this isn’t the place for you.

We Make It Happen!

Responsibilities

Requirements & Architecture: Lead the technical translation of high-level research objectives into concrete, scalable cloud-native system architectures. CDN Research & Development: Conduct deep-dive research into next-generation CDN technologies, edge computing, traffic routing, and caching strategies. Automated Deployments: Design, research, and implement fully automated, resilient deployment pipelines (CI/CD) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for both testbed environments and production-grade prototypes. System Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive, high-quality documentation covering system designs, architectural decisions, deployment processes, and research findings. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with researchers, software engineers, and network specialists to build robust environments that support cutting-edge distributed systems experimentation.

Qualifications

Possess an active or rein-statable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance. U.S. Citizenship. Professional/Education experience: 12 years & Bachelors of Science Degree, or 4 additional years in place of a BS Degree. Works well independently as well as on a team. Strong communication skills.

Systems Engineering Experience: Proven track record working as a Systems Engineer, Cloud Architect, or similar role with a focus on highly distributed environments. Cloud Native Expertise: Deep understanding of cloud-native ecosystems. CDN & Networking: Knowledge of Content Delivery Networks, edge caching, load balancing, DNS, and core network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/2/3, TLS, BGP). Automation & IaC: Experience with configuration management and Infrastructure as Code, specifically Gitlab and Terraform, to drive automated deployments. Analytical & Design Skills: Exceptional ability to gather complex requirements, model systems, and architect solutions that balance performance, security, and scalability. Communication: Excellent written communication skills with a proven ability to produce clear, technical documentation for complex systems.

Desired Skills: Computer Network Operations (CNO): Experience or background in CNO. DevOps: A strong philosophical and practical understanding of DevOps principles and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices. AI Familiarity: Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning concepts, particularly how AI can be applied to network traffic prediction, dynamic routing, or automated system remediation.

Compensation

Posted Annualized Salary: $200,000 – $280,000

Benefits

CareFirst Medical Coverage for Employee and Dependents Guardian Dental and Vision Coverage for Employee and Dependents Up to 25 Days of Paid Time Off Up to 40 hours of PTO Carryover 11 Federal Government Holidays Work From Home Opportunities 401K Company Contribution, Fully Vested Day 1 Discretionary, Certification, and Sign-On Bonus Potential Employee Referral Bonus Program Annual Professional Development 100% Premium Covered for Life & Disability Insurances Additional Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage Available Employee Assistance Program Travel Protection Program Financial Planning Assistance Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave Monthly Team and Family Events Technology Budget Global Entry Annual Swag Budget

Accommodations

GliaCell Technologies, LLC 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, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.