Software Engineer with DevOps Exp. (Active Clearance Required)

MRSL Real Time Systems Laboratory, Inc

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 2-10 years of experience in DevOps environments
  • Proficient with Linux/Unix systems
  • Skilled in Python or other modern programming languages
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization
  • Active TS security clearance required, TS/SCI preferred
  • CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)

Responsibilities

  • Enhance and modernize cloud architectures for key operations
  • Design and deploy scalable applications in containerized environments
  • Build and manage containerized systems using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines for software delivery
  • Develop and optimize ETL pipelines for data processing
  • Automate infrastructure management tasks with Python scripts
  • Monitor system performance and improve reliability

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with experienced team members
  • Opportunity to support mission-focused applications for the Intelligence Community
  • Access to advanced cloud technologies and practices
  • Focus on innovation within the software development process
  • Flexibility to learn and apply new tools and methodologies
Full Job Description
Category
Engineering

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
Sarasota, FL

Number of Openings
1

Req Number
ENG-26-00005

Position Requirements

Description

Job Duties:
  • Join a small, experienced team enhancing and modernizing cloud architectures supporting key operations.
  • Design, develop, and deploy scalable applications in containerized environments
  • Build and manage containerized systems using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery
  • Develop and optimize ETL pipelines for efficient data processing
  • Configure and maintain message queuing systems (RabbitMQ, etc.)
  • Write Python scripts to automate infrastructure management and deployment tasks
  • Monitor performance and improve reliability and efficiency
  • Collaborate with developers to define best practices for deployment and infrastructure
  • Promote clarity and maintainability through clean design and lightweight documentation

Software Engineer with DevOps Job Requirements:

We are seeking software developers with 2-10 years of experience in DevOps environments to help design, build, and support mission-focused applications. The ideal candidate brings drive, adaptability, and collaboration to a team delivering innovative software solutions for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense.

Minimum Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience building, deploying, and maintaining production software systems
  • Proficient with Linux/Unix (Rocky, RHEL, or similar)
  • Skilled in Python (preferred) or other modern languages such as C/C++ or Java
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm)
  • Understanding of DevSecOps principles and best practices
  • Hands-on experience creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
  • Familiar with cloud platforms (AWS, GovCloud, Azure, or GCP)
  • Knowledge of version control using Git
  • Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills
  • CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
  • Active TS clearance required, TS/SCI Preferred

Bonus Points:

Programming & Development
  • Skilled in multiple programming languages
  • Familiar with Python data science libraries (NumPy, pandas, SciPy, etc.)
  • Experience developing RESTful microservices (FastAPI, Spring Boot, etc.)

Architecture & Modernization
  • Refactored legacy systems into containerized or microservice architectures
  • Strong understanding of vertical and horizontal scaling

Data & Messaging
  • Built and maintained ETL pipelines for data processing
  • Worked with RabbitMQ or similar message brokers
  • Knowledge of database optimization and administration

DevOps & CI/CD
  • Experience with Agile workflows (Jira, sprints)
  • Used quality and security scanning tools (SonarQube, NexusIQ, Trivy)

Containers & Kubernetes
  • Deployed, maintained, and troubleshot applications in Kubernetes clusters
  • Managed secure container registries and applied image hardening best practices

Infrastructure & Cloud
  • Familiar with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation)
  • Used monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack) to add metrics and alerts

Security & Compliance
  • Applied security best practices and compliance requirements

Domain & Certifications
  • Experience supporting DoD or IC mission systems
  • Relevant certifications: AWS DevOps Engineer, CKA, CKAD


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