Scientific Programmer III

About the role

GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC is seeking a remote, highly experienced Scientific Programmer III to support the migration and modernization of scientific applications into cloud environments. The role supports GAMA-1’s growing Cloud Services practice, with a focus on improving scalability, performance, and reliability of mission-critical systems through cloud adoption and automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automation code supporting CI/CD tooling such as GitLab Runner
• Design and implement Python-based applications, containerized solutions, and Kubernetes workloads within CI/CD pipelines
• Collaborate closely with cloud architects, developers, and engineers to ensure seamless deployment, integration, and operation of Kubernetes-based applications
• Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable and efficient delivery
• Research, design, deploy, provision, and document emerging technologies within the environment
• Implement and support modern ground systems, applications, and associated technology stacks
• Partner with Information Security teams to implement cybersecurity updates, enhancements, and system hardening measures

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience programming in Python, with hands-on experience using Docker containers and Kubernetes within CI/CD pipelines
• Experience building and leveraging GitLab Runners
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code, configuration management tools, and CI/CD practices
• Experience working with Cloud Service Providers, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
• Experience and understanding of large-scale infrastructure deployments in enterprise environments, leveraging DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a technical field, or a related discipline
• 4+ years of experience migrating scientific applications from on-premises systems to a cloud environment
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills

Benefits

GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work).