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Junior Software Developer

KBR brings together experts to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions for governments and companies worldwide.
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
$76,000 - $113,900
DevOps
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
1+ year of experience
Space · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Junior Software Developer

KBR's National Security Solutions team is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join their mission-critical operations supporting the U.S. Space Force. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects involving DevSecOps, cloud-native architectures, and containerization using Kubernetes. The position focuses on developing and implementing secure, end-to-end cluster and application lifecycles in cloud environments.

The role combines hands-on technical work with collaborative team engagement, where you'll work alongside product managers, engineers, and defense experts in an Agile environment. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, implementing GitOps principles, and ensuring system security and efficiency.

What makes this role unique is its direct impact on national security and space technology advancement. You'll be working on systems designed for real-time satellite communication and space domain awareness, contributing to the U.S. space dominance initiatives. The position requires an active U.S. government Secret security clearance and offers a competitive salary range of $76,000 to $113,900 for the Colorado Springs location.

KBR provides a dynamic, collaborative atmosphere where innovation and problem-solving are encouraged. The company's commitment to Zero Harm culture and People First philosophy creates an environment where team members can truly belong, connect, and grow. This role offers not just a job, but an opportunity to make a significant impact on national defense while working with cutting-edge technologies in space operations.

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Responsibilities For Junior Software Developer

  • Work across multiple technology stacks with various languages, frameworks, and tools
  • Design, develop, and implement secure Kubernetes or Docker-based cluster and application lifecycles
  • Participate in software development using CI/CD pipelines
  • Collaborate with clients and internal teams to architect containerized solutions
  • Apply GitOps principles for automated deployment processes
  • Implement DevSecOps best practices
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts
  • Leverage AWS cloud services for system reliability and security
  • Contribute to secure network configurations
  • Assist in implementing Service Mesh solutions
  • Maintain infrastructure using IaC/CaC

Requirements For Junior Software Developer

Python
Java
JavaScript
Go
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
MySQL
Kubernetes
  • Must have an active U.S. government Secret security clearance
  • 1-2 years experience with Kubernetes or Docker
  • Familiar with AWS and cloud technologies
  • Knowledge of Agile, Agile XP, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies
  • Networking experience
  • Experience or knowledge of Service-Mesh, such as Istio
  • Knowledge of version control systems like Gitlab
  • Experience in software systems development using CI/CD pipelines
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Experience with Log Management and Analytics tools
  • Proficient in tools like AWS Cloud Services, Gitlab, Ansible, Maven, Gradle
  • Experience with Unit/Integration Testing
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code

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