CI/CD Pipeline Software Engineer

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Leidos Defense Sensors- Sensor Research Analysis Division is seeking a talented, self-motivated, experienced DEVOPS Software Engineer to join a diverse team in Huntsville, AL that provides analysis, modeling & simulation, and testing support for complex Missile Defense Agency (MDA) radar systems. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields providing responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

The applicant will join a group of highly technical engineers and analysts supporting the development of a real-time radar simulation product and a radar placement and search planning tool that are used for real-world trade studies and emplacement decisions as well as for performing warfighter training and certifications, integrated missile defense exercises, and system level testing. The applicant should be a self-starter, individual contributor and able to collaborate closely with software engineers and testers.

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Primary Responsibilities:

• In this role you will help implement and maintain CI pipelines within GitLab for two distinct software products (one primarily in C++ and another primarily in Java).
• The role will also allow limited software development tasks for active contributions to the software development of one or both products.
• This position requires working daily on-site at a government customer facility on a multi-contractor team and interacting regularly with the two software development teams. Through this opportunity the candidate will be expected to represent Leidos technically, professionally, and ethically.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM discipline, plus 4-8 years of experience in software development including CI/CD pipeline development and/or maintenance experience.
• Advanced degrees in STEM disciplines are also strongly encouraged to apply. The minimum number of years of experience could be reduced in view of the advanced degree.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Strong understanding of Git workflows and contemporary branching strategies.
• Experience supporting Java-based applications or working directly with Java development teams.
• Experience supporting C++-based applications or working directly with C++ development teams.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code technologies including Terraform, Ansible, or Helm.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse technical teams.
• Must be a US citizen, possess and be able to maintain an active SECRET clearance.
• Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, area.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive hands-on experience building, orchestrating, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in GitLab.
• Background in full-stack Java development or deep familiarity with Java architectures, build systems, and dependency management ecosystems.

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Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.