Junior Engineer

As a Junior Engineer at Redhorse Corporation, you will perform Level 1 restoration tasks on vital systems and applications, following established SOPs. Your role involves troubleshooting issues using Confluence and history tickets, collaborating with senior engineers for project success, documenting your solutions, and working to enhance our clients' technological infrastructures.

To qualify for the Junior Engineer position at Redhorse Corporation, you need at least one year of engineering experience or a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field. A Top Secret (TS) clearance with a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) designation and a completed polygraph is also required.

While not mandatory, prior experience with cloud-based data platforms, such as DataBricks, is desirable for the Junior Engineer role at Redhorse Corporation. Familiarity with version control systems, project management tools, and big data processing technologies will also enhance your candidacy.

The work environment for a Junior Engineer at Redhorse Corporation is dynamic and fast-paced, particularly focused on government projects. You'll be part of a collaborative team where each member contributes to mission-critical initiatives, continually enhancing skills and processes together.

Redhorse Corporation is committed to the professional growth of its employees, especially those in the Junior Engineer position. You'll have opportunities to learn from experienced team members, work on a variety of projects, and potentially develop experience with advanced technologies as you grow your career.

When answering this question, illustrate your understanding of Level 1 restoration tasks by detailing specific steps involved—starting from identifying the problem, using SOPs to analyze the situation, and implementing appropriate solutions, while emphasizing the importance of documentation and teamwork.

Discuss your previous experiences utilizing Confluence for collaborative documentation and project management. Mention how you track history tickets and resolve issues efficiently, showing your ability to work effectively within a team.

Your answer should emphasize your passion for public service and the unique challenges and opportunities this environment provides. Talk about your adaptability, problem-solving skills, and how the dynamic nature of government work drives you to produce your best results.

Be prepared to discuss any direct experience or coursework related to big data technologies like Spark. If you lack direct experience, mention your eagerness to learn and adapt to these technologies as part of your role at Redhorse.

Explain your methodical approach to documentation, emphasizing clarity, detail, and the importance of sharing knowledge with your team. Highlight using templates or guides to ensure consistent documentation practices.

Outline specific strategies such as prioritization techniques, using project management tools like Jira, and maintaining a clean workspace to stay focused and organized while managing numerous engineering tasks.

Discuss your openness to constructive criticism and how you view feedback as an opportunity for growth. Provide examples of how you have incorporated feedback into your work to improve both individually and as part of a team.

Explain any practical experience with version control systems such as GitLab. If you haven't used them extensively, express your willingness to learn and the importance of version control in collaborative projects and maintaining software integrity.

Choose a specific challenge, and detail the steps you took to resolve it. Highlight your analytical skills, teamwork, and any tools or methods you employed, ensuring the example showcases your engineering skills and persistence.

Tailor your answer to highlight Redhorse Corporation’s mission and values that resonate with you. Discuss your enthusiasm for using technology to make a difference, and how the company’s focus on creative solutions aligns with your personal and professional aspirations.