Software Engineer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc

Colorado Springs, CO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$145,000–$160,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Architectural Services, Automation, BGP, C++ Programming Language, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Coaching, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Data Management, Database Administration, Database Design, Dental Insurance, Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Distributed Computing, Docker, Entrepreneurship, Firewalls, Git, HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol), Hybrid Cloud, Information Technology & Information Systems, Java, JavaScript, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Mentoring, Microservices, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Windows Operating System, Multithreaded Programming, Network Protocols, NoSQL, Operating Systems, Problem Solving Skills, Programming Languages, Programming Tools, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Requirements Management, SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), SQL (Structured Query Language), Satellite Communications, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Server Programming/Applications, Single Sign-On (SSO), Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Splunk, Stock Purchase Plans, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Engineering, Systems Scalability, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Telemetry, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Unix Operating Systems, VMWare, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Vision Plan
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, CO
POSTED
1 day ago

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  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical fields with a specific focus on software solution design and implementation in various cloud/on-premises environments. rn
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant job experience is needed. Willing to consider a combination of education and job experience. rn
  • Hands-on experience deploying software workloads on Docker and K8S via docker-compose, Helm or similar technology. rn
  • Have proficiency in modern architectural patterns like microservices, event-driven architecture, and hybrid cloud solutions to design scalable and resilient systems rn
  • Understanding of and experience with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles. rn
  • Understanding of and experience with DevSecOps workflows. Understanding CI/CD pipelines and tools, (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify, Splunk, etc.) rn
  • Experience providing estimates for accomplishing relevant development, implementation, migration, and testing tasks rn
  • Ability to design software solutions to complex engineering problems using MBSE rn
  • Familiarity with software development tools (e.g. Git, Atlassian suite, Artifactory, …) rn
  • Experience with CSPs (Cloud Service Provider) platforms, with specific experience in AWS rn
  • Experience using Windows, Unix and other Operating Systems rn
  • Required to be a strong team player and leader to the project team and to the organization rn
  • In depth understanding of network protocols, such as TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, HTTP rn
  • Ability to lead teams in software development, and mentor/coach newer software engineers rn
  • Experienced in database design rn
  • Be proficient in programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, C#, and JavaScript, for coding, automation, and system integration rn
  • Experience with Network, Multi-threaded, client-server programming rn
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to design innovative solutions and anticipate potential issues in complex, distributed systems. rn
  • Understanding the unique constraints and requirements of satellite systems, such as data latency, data downlink/uplink processes, and specific industry regulations rn
  • Must have and maintain a US Gov SECRET with ability to obtain TOP SECRET / SCI clearance. rn

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Preferred Skills and Experience

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  • Familiarly with Systems Thinking and architecture frameworks such as DoDAF, TOGAF rn
  • Experience with VMWare, VPN, VPC, Firewalls, & CPN rn
  • RMF/Cyber Experience rn
  • Experience with Terraform & Ansible design and implementation and other IaC (Infrastructure as Code) implementations, experience in implementing a platform agnostic solution rn
  • Hands-on experience deploying or integrating with Keycloak (or similar) for single sign on in a K8S environment rn
  • Ability to read/write script level or integration code using Python, C# or other development language. rn
  • Ability to design efficient data pipelines, manage databases (SQL and NoSQL) rn
  • SATCOM & Command & Control (C2) experience rn
  • Experience with Command & Control, and Telemetry, Tracking, and Command rn
  • ZTA development and implementation experience rn
  • Experience and knowledge of the SATCOM operational environment rn
  • Ground Requirements Management Systems and operations rn
  • Experience with model-based systems engineering and tools (specifically Cameo Systems Modeler) rn

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#LI-Onsite

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The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

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Competitive salary based on experience and education

Salary Range: $145,000-$160,000

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Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings-from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

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This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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  • Education Reimbursement

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About the Company

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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq:KTOS) is a specialized Technology Company providing mission critical products, solutions and services for United States National Security. Kratos' core capabilities are sophisticated engineering, manufacturing and system integration offerings for National Security platforms and programs. Kratos' areas of expertise include Command, Control, Communications, Computing, Combat and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems, satellite communications, electronic warfare, unmanned systems, hypersonic systems, directed and high power energy systems, electromagnetic railgun, missile defense, cyber warfare, cybersecurity, information assurance, and critical infrastructure security. Kratos has primarily an engineering and technically oriented work force of approximately 3,100. Substantially all of Kratos' work is performed on a military base, in a secure facility or at a critical infrastructure location.

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
WEBSITE
http://www.kratosdefense.com/