Space Force - Advanced Software Engineer - Cloud/AWS (Sign-On Bonus Available)
About The Position
As a software engineer for the SDA GMI program, you’ll be a member of a cross-functional team responsible for developing and deploying the state-of-the-art ground operational systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field.
- 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
- Proficiency and strong knowledge in languages such as Python, Linux/UNIX, YAML, and JSON.
- Experience with AWS and its services (including fundamental AWS networking).
- Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
- Strong understanding of API Design, testing, development and management.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with development team members, operations, and security teams.
- Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
- Well versed in generating documentation and sharing important knowledge.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Agile experience preferred.
- Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire.
- Understanding of DevOps principles: Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, GitOps, automation, configuration management, and infrastructure as code.
- Familiar with Scaled Agile methodology and its best practice.
- Security knowledge: Familiarity with security best practices, risk, compliance & vulnerability management, encryption & PKI, incident response, auditing and monitoring.
- Knowing Azure is a plus.
- Experience with AWS Solutions Architect.
- Well versed in prompt engineering and utilizing popular AI tools to accelerate workload.
- Event streaming platform (nice to have): Kafka messaging.
Responsibilities
- Developing and deploying state-of-the-art ground operational systems.
- Leading the software development process.
- Applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways.
- Providing technical leadership and positioning others for success.
- Identifying opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus Available
- Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security.
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule).
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
