Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc.

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Lead Software Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD 160,000.00 per year

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Skills

Articulate
Forms
Agile
Software Architecture
Systems Design
Cyber Security
System Integration Testing
Computer Science
Computer Engineering
Information Technology
FOCUS
Software Design
Kubernetes
Microservices
DevSecOps
Workflow
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Fortify
Splunk
Estimating
Migration
Testing
Design Software
DoDAF
TOGAF
Git
Atlassian
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Windows
Unix
Operating Systems
Network Protocols
TCP/IP
Border Gateway Protocol
DNS
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DHCP
SNMP
HTTP
VMware
Virtual Private Network
Virtual Private Cloud
Firewall
Software Development
Mentorship
Database Design
Programming Languages
Java
C++
JavaScript
System Integration
Network
Multithreading
Client/server
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Satellite
Security Clearance
Risk Management Framework
RMF
Terraform
Ansible
SSO
Docker
Python
C#
Management
Database
SQL
NoSQL
SATCOM
Requirements Management
Systems Engineering
Aerospace
Communication

Summary

Readiness Delivered. At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. Kratos has an exciting opportunity in Colorado Springs, CO for a Lead Software Engineer who will:

Articulate technical concepts orally and in written forms to the customer, users, and the development team
Lead the development and maturity of the project's software architecture
Drive and support verification and troubleshooting of the technical solutions provided by the development staff
Lead and support the development and maturation of the CI/CD pipeline to align with the customer-defined methodology, environment, and Kratos processes
Guide and support the agile development lifecycle from a customer perspective, including backlog refinement, system demos, retrospectives, and coordinating customer feedback during Program Increments
Define and drive a solution software architecture to meet the project and customer requirements, coordinating cloud design and system design with the appropriate Kratos and customer personnel
Lead the software solution design and the Software Engineers on the project to execute that design
Work with cyber security teams to architecture secure solutions that support an existing Authority to Operate (ATO) for US Gov projects.
Effectively utilize Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) for data transfer across multiple environments
Travel as necessary to support system integration, testing, and customer meetings (expected to be ~ 10% average annually)

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.
Minimum of 10 years of relevant job experience is needed. Willing to consider a combination of education and job experience.
Docker/Container & Kubernetes design and implementation knowledge and experience on premise and cloud
Have proficiency in modern architectural patterns like microservices, event-driven architecture, and hybrid cloud solutions to design scalable and resilient systems
Understanding of and experience with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles.
Understanding of and experience with DevSecOps workflows. Understanding CI/CD pipelines and tools, (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify, Splunk, etc.)
Experience providing estimates for accomplishing relevant development, implementation, migration, and testing tasks
Ability to design software solutions to complex engineering problems using MBSE
Familiarly with Systems Thinking and architecture frameworks for example DoDAF, TOGAF, ...
Familiarity with software development tools (e.g. Git, Atlassian suite, Artifactory, ...)
Experience with CSPs (Cloud Service Provider) platforms, with specific experience in AWS
Experience using Windows, Unix and other Operating Systems
Required to be a strong team player and leader to the project team and to the organization
In depth understanding of network protocols, such as TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, HTTP, ...
Experience with VMWare, VPN, VPC, Firewalls, & CPN
Ability to lead teams in software development, and mentor/coach newer software engineers
Experienced in database design
Be proficient in programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, C#, and JavaScript, for coding, automation, and system integration
Experience with Network, Multi-threaded, client-server programming
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to design innovative solutions and anticipate potential issues in complex, distributed systems.
Understanding the unique constraints and requirements of satellite systems, such as data latency, data downlink/uplink processes, and specific industry regulations
Must have and maintain a US Gov SECRET with ability to obtain TOP SECRET / SCI clearance.

Preferred Skills and Experience

RMF/Cyber Experience
Experience with Terraform & Ansible design and implementation and other IaC (Infrastructure as Code) implementations, experience in implementing a platform agnostic solution
Hands-on experience deploying or integrating with Keycloak (or similar) for single sign on in a K8S environment
Hands-on experience deploying software workloads on Docker and K8S via docker-compose, Helm or similar technology.
Ability to read/write script level or integration code using Python, C# or other development language.
Ability to design efficient data pipelines, manage databases (SQL and NoSQL)
SATCOM & Command & Control (C2) experience
Experience with Command & Control, and Telemetry, Tracking, and Command
ZTA development and implementation experience
Experience and knowledge of the SATCOM operational environment
Ground Requirements Management Systems and operations
Experience with model-based systems engineering and tools (specifically Cameo Systems Modeler)

#LI-Onsite

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.

Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $145,000-$160,000

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.

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

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

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