Software Build & Release Engineer

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and improve automated software build processes
Support CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, code quality checks, and release preparation
Develop and maintain build scripts using tools such as Maven, Gradle, Bash, or similar technologies
Support version control practices using Git, GitLab, or similar tools
Help manage branching, merging, tagging, and release candidate baselines
Troubleshoot build failures, dependency issues, pipeline errors, and environment-related problems
Support management of software build artifacts, including binaries, packages, checksums, and release files
Help prepare and package software releases for development, integration, test, and deployment environments
Maintain release notes, version history, build documentation, and related support information
Coordinate with software developers, testers, engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and program stakeholders
Support continuous improvement of build, release, and software delivery processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a relevant technical discipline
• 3+ years of experience supporting software builds, release engineering, DevOps, or software development environments
• Experience with build automation tools such as Maven, Gradle, or similar technologies
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or similar platforms
• Experience using version control systems such as Git or GitLab
• Familiarity with branching, merging, tagging, and release management practices
• Experience troubleshooting build failures, dependency issues, or pipeline problems
• Familiarity with software artifact management and release packaging
• Ability to work in a Linux environment or willingness to develop Linux proficiency
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with software developers, testers, engineers, and program stakeholders
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale software projects
• Experience working with Java-based software build environments
• Experience with artifact repository tools such as Nexus, Artifactory, or similar platforms
• Experience with SonarQube or similar code quality tools
• Experience with Bash scripting or other automation scripting
• Experience with Docker, containers, or RHEL 8/9 environments
• Familiarity with software supply chain practices such as checksums, artifact signing, or dependency tracking
• Experience supporting software releases in structured development environments
• Experience working in Agile or DevOps software teams
• Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or other government software programs

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions. We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors.

Total Rewards

At Noblis, we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.