Lead, Software Engineer - Cloud Architect - Top Secret Clearance
About The Position
We are looking for an experienced and driven Lead Software Engineer/Cloud Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud-based solutions built on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The role develops secure cloud applications in mission-critical environments where resilience, reliability, and operational speed matter. It partners directly with customers and engineers to translate mission needs into practical software capabilities that protect information and deliver an intelligence advantage. The position is onsite at Patrick Space Force Base in Melbourne, Florida. Employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, and have every other Friday off.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering and at least 9 years of prior relevant experience; or a graduate degree and at least 7 years of prior related experience; or at least 13 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree.
- Active TS clearance with the ability to obtain SCI.
- Security+ or equivalent DoD IAT Level II certification, or the ability to obtain it within 80 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- On-site or field experience.
- Experience with Terraform, Ansible, AWS CloudFormation, GitLab pipelines, EC2 automation, C2S/CAP, and high-side AWS environments.
- Experience with the IATT and ATO certification process.
- Experience developing and deploying software on JWICS.
- Experience automating deployments and configuration of EC2 instances.
- Familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments.
- Experience configuring GitLab pipelines for automated deployment of cloud resources.
- Proficiency in designing, developing, configuring, and deploying cloud-based applications using AWS services.
- Collaborative team player with experience working in a dynamic team environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, configure, and deploy cloud-based applications using AWS services.
- Develop, manage, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, Ansible, and AWS CloudFormation.
- Build robust cloud-based applications using AWS cloud development experience.
- Ensure applications are scalable, secure, and cost-effective by applying AWS best practices and services.
- Interact with customers daily to understand requirements and provide suitable cloud-based solutions.
- Prepare architectural designs aligned with the organization’s strategic goals.
- Develop roadmaps for the implementation and evolution of cloud solutions.
- Produce documentation supporting design, development, and deployment processes to ensure clarity and reproducibility.
- Present technical concepts professionally to stakeholders in an accessible manner.
- Adapt to different mission areas and support mission success.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
