Jr Software Developer

About the role

As a Jr Software Developer on KBR’s National Security Solutions team, you will develop and implement 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, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, and apply GitOps principles for software delivery automation. Your work will support the organization's goals of enhancing security, scalability, and operational efficiency for mission-critical U.S. Space Force operations.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge projects supporting the U.S. Space Force’s most mission-critical operations, including real-time satellite communication, space domain awareness, and defense technology. Contribute to state-of-the-art DevSecOps pipelines, cloud-native architectures, containerization with Kubernetes, and automation tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Collaborative Environment: Join Team Beskar in a dynamic, mission-driven setting alongside software engineers, DevSecOps architects, product leads, trainers, and defense specialists. Embrace Agile methodologies and secure development practices for rapid iteration, compliance alignment, and seamless integration across modular systems.
• Impactful Work: Directly support the Space Force in securing national defense assets and advancing space technology. Your contributions will enhance software resilience, global communications, and security operations in space, strengthening U.S. space dominance.

Responsibilities

• Work across multiple technology stacks, gaining hands-on experience with various languages, frameworks, and tools to support a broad range of applications.
• Develop in languages such as Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, GoLang, Next.js, Express, and Node.js to deliver industry-standard application functionality.
• Work with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Oracle, and MySQL.
• 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 tasks.
• 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 Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC).

Requirements

• Secret Clearance or above.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 2 years’ experience developing web-based applications.
• 2 years’ experience with Kubernetes or Docker.
• Experience developing and implementing end-to-end cluster and application lifecycles.
• Experience in database development with PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or MongoDB.
• Experience working with Agile, Agile XP, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Experience with HTML, JavaScript, Material UI, TypeScript, and React.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell.
• Networking experience.
• Experience working with version control systems like GitLab.
• Experience in software systems development using CI/CD pipelines, GitLab CI, and ArgoCD.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for automation, system efficiency, and security.
• Experience with log management and analytics tools.
• Proficiency in tools like AWS Cloud Services, AWS S3, GitLab, Ansible, Maven, and Gradle.
• Experience with integration testing and unit testing tools such as Vitest, Jest, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

Qualifications (Desired)

• Experience with writing custom Helm Charts.
• Experience with Big Data.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or Python.
• Experience or knowledge of Service Mesh, such as Istio.
• Experience with Ansible, Maven, Gradle.
• Experience with Vue.js and Angular.

Pay

Base compensation: $92,700 - $139,000 (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 may include bonuses, commissions, sign-on bonuses, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits

At KBR, we foster a Zero Harm culture and are committed to being a People First company. Our team philosophy promotes an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect, and Grow. We deliver together in a collaborative and mission-driven setting.