Jr Fullstack Software Engineer

KBR, Inc; Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc is seeking a Jr Fullstack Software Engineer to help build secure cloud-based services with a focus on Kubernetes, Docker, and GitOps. You’ll work across Python, Java, JavaScript, GoLang and script automation while collaborating with teams in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

The role emphasizes secure software delivery, containerized architectures, and cloud-native solutions with AWS services and IaC/CaC tooling. Colorado Springs, CO position with 115k–130k compensation.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance required to be considered for this position.
• 2 years’ experience with Kubernetes or Docker.
• 2 years’ developing web-based applications.
• Experience with HTML/JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js/Angular/React).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps.
• Proficient in AWS and GitLab.
• Familiarity with IaC/CaC and log analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and manage secure end-to-end cluster lifecycles in cloud environments.
• Implement containerized architectures using Kubernetes or Docker.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitOps principles.
• Collaborate with teams to architect cloud-native solutions.
• Apply DevSecOps practices across the software lifecycle.
• Automate security checks and deployment processes.

Skills

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD

GitLab

Ansible

Maven

Gradle

Terraform

Istio

Python

GoLang

JavaScript

Tools

AWS

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Oracle

PowerShell

Bash

CI/CD tools

Job description

Jr Fullstack Software Engineer***Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!***KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities.As a **Jr Fullstack Software Engineer**, you will be responsible for developing and implementing secure, end-to-end cluster and application lifecycles in cloud environments. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to design and implement containerization solutions using Kubernetes or Docker. A key aspect of your role will involve building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, ensuring a smooth, secure software update process. Additionally, you will apply GitOps principles for software delivery automation, ensuring that systems are both efficient and secure. Your work will support the organization's goals of enhancing security, scalability, and operational efficiency.**Why Join Us?*** **Innovative Projects**: At KBR, you'll be working on cutting-edge projects that support the U.S. Space Force's most mission-critical operations. Our team is pushing the boundaries of DevSecOps with state-of-the-art CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native architectures, containerization using Kubernetes, and advanced automation tools like Terraform and Ansible. You'll be contributing to systems designed for real-time satellite communication, space domain awareness, and defense technology that are revolutionizing the future of space operations.* **Collaborative Environment:** Team Beskar thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment where our employees work shoulder-to-shoulder with software engineers, DevSecOps architects, product leads, trainers, facilitators and defense specialists. We embrace Agile methodologies and secure development practices to ensure rapid iteration, compliance alignment, and seamless integration across modular systems. Our culture prioritizes clarity, precision, and innovation—fostering open communication, iterative refinement, and deep collaboration to deliver documentation that’s not only compliant, but strategic and impactful across DoW.* **Impactful Work**: Your work here will directly support the Space Force in securing national defense assets and advancing space technology. By supporting KBR initiatives, you’ll be at the forefront of innovations that safeguard satellites, enhance space situational awareness, and strengthen U.S. space dominance. Your contributions will have real-world impacts, from improving software resilience to enhancing global communications and security operations in space.**Key Responsibilities:*** Work across multiple technology stacks, gaining hands-on experience with various languages, frameworks, and tools to support a broad range of applications.* Work in languages such as Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, and GoLang, among other languages to deliver industry standard application functionality.* Work with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Mongo DB, Oracle, MySQL, and others.* Design, develop, and implement secure, end-to-end Kubernetes or Docker-based cluster and application lifecycles.* Participate in software development using CI/CD pipelines, with a focus on security and automation.* Collaborate with clients and internal teams to architect containerized solutions and cloud-native applications.* Apply GitOps principles for automated and reliable deployment processes.* Implement DevSecOps best practices, ensuring security is integrated at every stage of the development lifecycle.* Ensure effective log management and use analytics tools for system monitoring and optimization.* Develop and maintain scripts (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell) to automate security checks, deployment processes, and routine DevOps task* Leverage AWS cloud services and other cloud platforms to ensure system reliability, scalability, and security.* Contribute to the development of secure network configurations and cloud-based security architecture.* Maintain strong familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.* Assist in implementing Service Mesh solutions (e.g., Istio) to support secure and efficient service-to-service communications.* Collaborate with teams using version control systems like GitLab, and work with automation tools like Ansible, Maven, and Gradle.* Stay current with cloud technologies, industry best practices, and evolving security threats to recommend innovative solutions.* Maintain infrastructure using IaC/CaC**Qualifications****Required:*** **Security Clearance:** Secret clearance required to be considered for this position* 2 years’ experience with Kubernetes or Docker* 2 years’ developing web-based applications* Develop and implement end-to-end cluster and application lifecycles* Experience with Agile, Agile XP, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies* Experience with HTML, JavaScript, Vue.Js, Angular and or React* Experience with scripting languages Python, Bash, Powershell* Knowledge of version control systems like Gitlab* Experience in software systems development using CI/CD pipelines (Platform 1, Gravity, Kobayashi Maru, DAF Cloud Worx, etc.)* Strong problem-solving skills* Passionate about automation, system efficiency, and security* Experience with Log Management and Analytics tools* Proficient in tools like AWS Cloud Services, Gitlab, Ansible, Maven, Gradle* Experience with Unit/Integration Testing* Experience with Test Driven Development* Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code**Desired:*** **Security Clearance:** Top Secret with SCI* Familiar with AWS and cloud technologies* Experience with writing custom Helm Charts* Experience or knowledge of Service-Mesh, such as Istio* Networking experience* Basic experience with Big Data* Expert Knowledge in automation languages like Python, GoLang, JavaScript* Expert Knowledge in Database development like PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB* Knowledge of Data Visualization tools PowerBI, Tableau, Python* Experience with testing applications (Vitest, Playright, etc.)**Basic Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000 (For Colorado Springs, CO Only)**