KBR, Inc

Jr Fullstack Software Engineer

KBR, Inc$115K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Required Secret security clearance
  • 2+ years experience with Kubernetes or Docker
  • 2+ years of web application development
  • Experienced in Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies
  • Proficient in HTML, JavaScript, and frameworks like Vue.js, Angular, or React
  • Skilled in scripting languages such as Python and Bash
  • Experience in using CI/CD pipelines for software development.
  • Knowledge of version control systems, particularly GitLab.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement secure, end-to-end application lifecycles using Kubernetes or Docker
  • Collaborate with clients to design containerized solutions for cloud-native applications
  • Participate in building CI/CD pipelines to automate and secure deployment processes
  • Apply GitOps practices for efficient software delivery
  • Implement DevSecOps best practices throughout the development lifecycle
  • Maintain infrastructure with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC)
  • Stay abreast of industry best practices and evolving security threats.

Benefits

  • Access to advanced technology solutions in national security
  • Opportunity to work on diverse technology stacks across multiple languages
  • Strong collaboration with clients and internal teams on high-impact projects
  • Exposure to cloud technologies with a focus on security and efficiency
  • Innovative work environment that values automation and operational efficiency
Full Job Description
Title:
Jr Fullstack Software Engineer

KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities.

As a Jr Fullstack Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing secure, end-to-end cluster and application lifecycles in cloud environments. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to design and implement containerization solutions using Kubernetes or Docker. A key aspect of your role will involve building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, ensuring a smooth, secure software update process. Additionally, you will apply GitOps principles for software delivery automation, ensuring that systems are both efficient and secure. Your work will support the organization's goals of enhancing security, scalability, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Work across multiple technology stacks, gaining hands-on experience with various languages, frameworks, and tools to support a broad range of applications.
  • Work in languages such as Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, and GoLang, among other languages to deliver industry standard application functionality.
  • Work with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Mongo DB, Oracle, MySQL, and others.
  • Design, develop, and implement secure, end-to-end Kubernetes or Docker-based cluster and application lifecycles.
  • Participate in software development using CI/CD pipelines, with a focus on security and automation.
  • Collaborate with clients and internal teams to architect containerized solutions and cloud-native applications.
  • Apply GitOps principles for automated and reliable deployment processes.
  • Implement DevSecOps best practices, ensuring security is integrated at every stage of the development lifecycle.
  • Ensure effective log management and use analytics tools for system monitoring and optimization.
  • Develop and maintain scripts (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell) to automate security checks, deployment processes, and routine DevOps task
  • Leverage AWS cloud services and other cloud platforms to ensure system reliability, scalability, and security.
  • Contribute to the development of secure network configurations and cloud-based security architecture.
  • Maintain strong familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Assist in implementing Service Mesh solutions (e.g., Istio) to support secure and efficient service-to-service communications.
  • Collaborate with teams using version control systems like GitLab, and work with automation tools like Ansible, Maven, and Gradle.
  • Stay current with cloud technologies, industry best practices, and evolving security threats to recommend innovative solutions.
  • Maintain infrastructure using IaC/CaC


Qualifications

Required:
  • Security Clearance: Secret clearance required to be considered for this position
  • 2 years' experience with Kubernetes or Docker
  • 2 years' developing web-based applications
  • Develop and implement end-to-end cluster and application lifecycles
  • Experience with Agile, Agile XP, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies
  • Experience with HTML, JavaScript, Vue.Js, Angular and or React
  • Experience with scripting languages Python, Bash, Powershell
  • Knowledge of version control systems like Gitlab
  • Experience in software systems development using CI/CD pipelines (Platform 1, Gravity, Kobayashi Maru, DAF Cloud Worx, etc.)
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Passionate about automation, system efficiency, and security
  • Experience with Log Management and Analytics tools
  • Proficient in tools like AWS Cloud Services, Gitlab, Ansible, Maven, Gradle
  • Experience with Unit/Integration Testing
  • Experience with Test Driven Development
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code


Desired:
  • Security Clearance: Top Secret with SCI
  • Familiar with AWS and cloud technologies
  • Experience with writing custom Helm Charts
  • Experience or knowledge of Service-Mesh, such as Istio
  • Networking experience
  • Basic experience with Big Data
  • Expert Knowledge in automation languages like Python, GoLang, JavaScript
  • Expert Knowledge in Database development like PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB
  • Knowledge of Data Visualization tools PowerBI, Tableau, Python
  • Experience with testing applications (Vitest, Playright, etc.)


Basic Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000 (For Colorado Springs, CO Only)

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

About KBR, Inc

KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
Learn more about KBR, Inc
Size
28,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$72 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
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