Senior Software Engineer, Sierra Space

• This advanced position requires deep expertise in multiple programming languages, an advanced understanding of software development principles, and the ability to design, architect, and implement complex software systems
• Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission
• We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement
• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +6 yrs experience)
• Typically 8+ years of related experience
• Deep expertise in multiple programming languages and software development principles
• Ability to design, architect, and implement complex software systems
• Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban
• Strong leadership skills to lead a team of engineers
• Ability to make high-level design decisions that will have significant impacts on program cost, schedule, and technical performance
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required
• Willingness and ability to obtain Security Plus or IAT2 certification is required

Desirable

• The Sr. Software Engineer role involves designing, developing, and testing software applications for space systems and technologies
• The role includes writing clean, maintainable code, collaborating with team members to understand project requirements, and contributing to the development of innovative software solutions. Additionally, this position may involve providing technical leadership, mentorship, and making high-level design decisions that significantly impact program cost, schedule, and technical performance
• In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain GitHub Enterprise installations both on-premises and in Azure environments, leveraging Kubernetes for build runners while synchronizing GitHub Enterprise in Azure with air-gapped environments
• You'll configure, deploy, and maintain Artifactory in air-gapped environments and develop CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Your responsibilities include monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, ensuring high service availability, and collaborating with software developers to optimize development processes and embed security practices. Additionally, you'll automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using tools like Terraform and Ansible, conduct comprehensive system tests covering security, performance, and availability assessments, and ensure the team produces quality-driven, reproducible software that adheres to industry best practices