Enterprise - Senior Software Engineer - Git, Gradle, Docker

San Antonio, TX

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving, open communication, and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas.

Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technically strong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Configuration Engineer to join our team. As a Configuration Engineer, you will be responsible for defining, managing, and automating the build and deployment lifecycles for complex, computer-based systems. You will work closely with other talented engineers to create configuration and release solutions that meet the needs of our clients. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with modern tools and technologies, and you will be encouraged to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is committed to delivering high-quality software solutions to our clients. If you are a self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented engineer who is comfortable writing code and passionate about streamlining automated software delivery, we would love to hear from you.

Must have a strong working knowledge and experience helping developers write and manage their build scripts and CI pipeline automation
Should have an inquisitive nature, responsiveness, and excellent release coordination skills
Must also possess strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines
Keep up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in build automation and configuration engineering
Experience with Next-Gen Coding Agents: Proven track record of integrating advanced AI agents, specifically Claude Code or Google's Antigravity / Gemini agentic workflows, into your daily software engineering or configuration management routine
Agentic Feature & Test Development: Experience using autonomous agents to handle multi-file configuration implementations, complex build script refactoring, and the automated generation of robust automation scripts
Context & Workflow Management: Ability to guide AI agents through complex, multi-repository build and deployment architectures, managing context efficiently and critically auditing agent-generated code for security, performance, and architectural alignment
Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment with our talented team to oversee release strategies and build tools that streamline releases and deployments
Additional duties as assigned

This position allows for partial telework.

Clearance
Must obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, but not required on day one; U.S. Citizenship required.

Experience
Five plus (5+) years of experience Configuration Engineering, Build Engineering, or DevOps, with a strong comfort level writing code. Bachelors in related field; or seven (7) years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and thirteen (13) years relevant experience.

Required skills:

Experience with the Git version control system
Experience with GitLab/Github CI pipeline automation
Experience with build automation tools (Gradle and/or Maven)
Experience building, managing, and deploying Docker images
Experience with release management strategies and environments.
Experience with the agile software lifecycle
Has a proven ability to learn quickly and works well both independently as well as in a team setting
Experience with the Linux operating system
Must have or be able to obtain DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II compliance certification within 60 days of start date
Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 2-3 days (full time/8hrs day) per week at our San Antonio, TX office or onsite. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed

Desired skills:

Current U.S. Government clearance preferred
Experience in cloud based technologies (AWS, Azure)
Next-Gen Coding Agents: Proven use of AI tools (Claude Code, Gemini) in daily engineering workflows
Agentic Feature Delivery: Using autonomous agents for multi-file implementation, refactoring, and automated testing of infrastructure or build code
Experience with artifact repository tools (e.g., Nexus, Artifactory)
Advanced scripting or object-oriented programming experience is a huge plus
Experience with Kubernetes
Prior experience or familiarity with Big Data Platform (BDP)/JCRS-D, Data Lake/Warehouse is a plus
Experience with Java and/or Kotlin and related technologies is a plus
Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github Enterprise, etc.)

Benefits
Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits. The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $150,000 - $275,000.

Wealth Benefits:

Above Market Hourly Pay
11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees

Health Benefits:

Company subsidized Medical Coverage
100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
100% Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance
Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

Happiness Benefits:

Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
Onboarding and Annual Swag
Company Paid Professional Development and Training

At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Referrals & Inquiries
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jobs@eriasventures.com

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