Resiliency Automation Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free bus pass

Family Concierge Team

Fitness center access

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University seeks a Resiliency Automation Engineer to advance embedded software projects within a regulated environment. You will build and sustain CI/CD pipelines, static analysis workflows, and deployment environments, while participating in all phases of the software lifecycle.

Hands-on development and toolchain decisions will shape software quality and security across teams. The role requires strong Linux expertise, experience with C/C++/Java, and familiarity with automated

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with 8 years of relevant experience; OR MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems and/or Engineering, or Acquisition Management with 5 years of experience; OR Ph.D. with 2 years of experience.
• Willingness to travel (25%) to SEI offices, sponsor sites, conferences, and offsite meetings.
• Background investigation and ability to obtain DoW security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated workflows for embedded software projects written in C, C++ and Java.
• Integrate and manage static analysis tools to monitor code quality, enforce coding standards, and identify defects early in the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with development and verification teams to embed automated testing, build, and deployment processes into firmware/software systems.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Docker and Kubernetes for test, staging, and production environments.
• Provide guidance on best practices for software engineering, code quality, maintainability, and scalability in an embedded context.
• Collaborate with teams from multiple organizations to align build and toolchain workflows with mission requirements.
• Apply system engineering principles to system software development.

Skills

Software engineering

Embedded systems

CI/CD pipelines

Linux concepts

Security awareness

Collaboration

Education

BS/MS/PhD in CS/Engineering

Tools

SonarQube

CppCheck

Clang-Tidy

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Resiliency Automation Engineer to join our team supporting embedded systems development in a regulated environment. This role will blend software engineering expertise, automation, and toolchain development to ensure our codebase is stable, secure, and maintainable.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with development, verification, and operations teams to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, static analysis workflows, and deployment environments. You will participate in all phases of the application development lifecycle and will be involved in key decisions regarding software design and technology selection including hands-on development activities.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with 8 years of relevant experience; OR MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems and/or Engineering, or Acquisition Management with 5 years of experience; OR Ph.D. with 2 years of experience.
• You have a willingness to travel (25%) outside of your office location to other SEI offices, sponsor sites, conferences, and offsite meetings.
• You will be subject to a background investigation, and you must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War (DoW) security clearance.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong ability to analyze source code and identify quality concerns, architecture challenges and security weaknesses.
• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated workflows for embedded software projects written in C, C++ and Java.
• Integrate and manage static analysis tools (e.g., SonarQube, CppCheck, Clang-Tidy) to monitor code quality, enforce coding standards, and identify defects early in the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with development and verification leads to incorporate automated test, build, and deployment processes into embedded firmware and software systems.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management (e.g., using Docker and Kubernetes) for test, staging, and production environments.
• Provide guidance on best practices for software engineering, code quality, maintainability, and scalability in an embedded systems context.
• Collaborate with teams from multiple organizations to support integrated system delivery, ensuring the build and toolchain workflows align with mission requirements.
• Relevant recent experience, within the last 3 years, working on a large software development program.
• Deep familiarity with general Linux operating system concepts, embedded RTOSes and development environments.
• Knowledge of how to apply system engineering principles to system software development.

Desired Experience

• Experience with Java in a DevOps or automation context.
• Prior work in regulated or mission-critical environments. (e.g., aerospace, defense, embedded systems)
• Familiarity with observability, logging, and monitoring tools as part of the software delivery lifecycle.
• Experience mentoring or leading junior engineers and contributing to tool chain or process improvements.

Why work here?

• Be a part of a world-class organization that has significant impacts on software in government.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and leading experts to solve critical government challenges.
• Publish your research, attend or present at prestigious events, and enjoy annual professional development opportunities.
• Get access to university resources, including campus fitness facilities, mindfulness programs, childcare, free transportation on the Port Authority Transit System, and more.
• Take advantage of paid parental and military leave.
• Work in the heart of Oakland, a few blocks from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh.
• Qualify for relocation assistance.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Software/Applications Development/Engineering

Position Type

Staff - Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

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