Cloud Software Developer

ASRC Federal • Washington, DC

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About The Position

We are seeking a Cloud Software Developer with full-stack experience to support a mission-critical application for NASA’s Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) program. The ideal candidate combines strong cloud development skills with an appreciation for engineering-driven environments, including familiarity with mechanical, aerospace, or systems engineering concepts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering backgrounds strongly encouraged) or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in cloud-native development with AWS
• Experience developing in Rust and/or Go
• Front-end development experience using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React)
• Experience with Terraform or similar infrastructure automation tools
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Agile development practices
• U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

• Background in aerospace, mechanical, or systems engineering supporting complex or mission-driven systems
• Familiarity with NASA systems engineering processes and lifecycle reviews (e.g., PDR, CDR)
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of authentication/authorization frameworks (e.g., OAuth2, Cognito)
• Experience with automated testing and performance optimization
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain AWS-native applications using services such as Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, and EC2
• Build high-performance backend services using Rust and/or Go
• Develop modern, responsive front-end interfaces using frameworks such as React
• Implement infrastructure as code using Terraform within a DevSecOps pipeline
• Support CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions or AWS CodePipeline
• Apply systems engineering principles across the software development lifecycle, including alignment with reviews such as PDR and CDR
• Ensure solutions meet requirements for security, scalability, and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile development environment
• Document technical designs and contribute to team knowledge sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees