Software DevOps Engineer - JobID-0263

Innovative Defense Technologies, LLC

Mount Laurel Township, Northern (NJ, KY)

Hybrid

USD 114,000 - 231,000

Full time

14 days+

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Generous benefits package

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Tuition Assistance Reimbursement

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies, LLC is seeking a Software DevOps Engineer to join our Mount Laurel, NJ team. You will modernize legacy weapons software into a microservices, cloud-native and tactical-edge platform supporting Navy systems.

You will improve CI/CD pipelines, enforce security and compliance, and help build a scalable Software Factory across air-gapped environments. On-site work is required with potential hybrid flexibility.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in software engineering.
5+ years of full‑time professional experience.
Experience with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Podman, Kubernetes).
Knowledge of IaC principles (Terraform, Ansible).
Scripting (Python, Bash) and Agile development experience.
Willingness to work on-site and travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

Build, maintain, and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI and Jenkins.
Integrate automated security controls within pipelines (SAST, SCA, container scanning, SBOM).
Develop and maintain Software Factory tooling (GitLab, repositories, scanning tools).
Create and update IaC (Terraform, Ansible) using standardized templates.
Deploy and manage containerized workloads with Podman and Kubernetes.
Ensure compliance controls (NIST 800-171, DISA STIGs, RMF) are automated.
Collaborate with engineers, security, and infra teams on delivery.
Prototype next-generation solutions using AI/ML and distributed processing.

Skills

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Kubernetes

Podman

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

GitLab

Jenkins

CircleCI

Terraform

Ansible

Podman

Kubernetes

Job description

Software DevOps Engineer - JobID-0263

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Mount Laurel, NJ

Compensation: $114,000 - $231,000 / year

Description

About The Role:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Software DevOps Engineer to be part of our Warfare Systems team and based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ office.

The Software DevOps Engineer will be part of a multi-discipline team focused on the DOW’s initiatives in support of tactical capability development for Navy surface and unmanned (UxVs) platforms and will be directly responsible for the architecting and refactoring of mission critical legacy weapons system software into a modern software technology stack where the target end state will ensure the highest impact to the US Navy by enabling a microservices based tactical platform within both a cloud‑native and tactical‑edge deployment model.

In this role, you will improve the developer experience by reducing friction in CI/CD pipelines and platform workflows, help ensure software delivered to classified environments meets strict security and compliance requirements, and contribute to a repeatable, scalable Software Factory that operates consistently across connected and air‑gapped environments.

Warfare Systems’ project domains include real‑time automated test and analysis, virtual computing environments, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML) based data analytics, cybersecurity, as well as backfit and forward‑fit tactical solutions.

The Engineer will be fiercely accountable for the delivery of well‑architected and production‑ready solutions that exceed the Fleet’s requirements.

Clearance & Location Requirements

All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
This is an on‑site position. Requiring at least 4 days in office, based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ office.

Key Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

Build, maintain, and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI and Jenkins, following established enterprise patterns
Integrate and operate automated security controls within pipelines, including SAST, SCA, container scanning, SBOM generation, and secrets detection
Support and maintain core Software Factory tooling (e.g., GitLab, artifact repositories, scanning tools, CI/CD infrastructure)
Develop and update Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible and Terraform, leveraging standardized templates
Deploy, configure, and maintain containerized workloads using Podman and Kubernetes (RKE2 or similar distributions)
Operate and support DevSecOps platforms within air‑gapped classified environments, including:
- packaging and deploying dependencies
- troubleshooting environment‑specific issues
- supporting repeatable software delivery without external connectivity
Assist in enforcing compliance requirements (e.g., NIST 800‑171, DISA STIGs, RMF) through automation and pipeline controls
Investigate and resolve technical issues across CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure, and tooling, documenting root causes and solutions
Gather developer feedback and identify opportunities to improve platform usability, performance, and reliability
Collaborate with software engineers, security teams, and infrastructure teams to support coordinated delivery efforts
Explore and prototype next‑generation solutions using artificial intelligence/machine learning, distributed processing, and modeling.
Interact with customers to elicit requirements and document agreements.
Present to organization leadership on project cost, schedule, and technical progress.
Software architecture development including hardware and software interfaces between software components.
Assist in developing user, functional, and technical requirements for tactical systems.
Participate and provide feedback for design & code/peer reviews.
Integrate individual software components into complex software environments.
Support test and integration activities at IDT labs and government Land Based Test Sites (LBTS).
Integrate software components into a complex software development environment
Ensure adherence to industry standards pertaining to security, orthodox programming paradigms, and performance requirements
Understand and interact with complex DoD software systems
Work with small cross‑site teams of software and/or systems engineers
Collaborate with team members to peer‑review architecture design, system requirements, and implemented code

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Who You Are (Required):

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent full‑time professional experience.
5+ years of full‑time professional experience
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed
Experience in software development processes
Experience with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI)
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Podman and container orchestration with Kubernetes
Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
Basic scripting and programming skills (e.g., Python, Bash)
Experience with Agile software development processes
Proficiency working within a Git CM environment
Ability to convert vague customer requirements into a refined vision.
Ability to work on‑site with potential hybrid flexibility.
Familiarity with the software development process (requirements through deployment)
Ability to design, develop, and analyze software systems
Understanding of:
- Windows and Linux file systems
- Version control (Git)
- APIs (REST/gRPC)
- Modular code design
Ability to review, critique, and harden AI‑generated code
Familiarity with SQL and relational databases (e.g., Postgres)
Familiarity with computer networking and various networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, CORBA, DDS)
Ability to perform many concurrent assignments and determine the need for changing priorities

What Makes You Stand Out:

Experience working in a DevSecOps or DevOps role
Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms/hypervisors (e.g., AWS, vCenter)
Familiarity with secure software development practices and automated security testing tools
Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)
Experience working in defense, government, or other mission‑critical domains.
Familiarity with DoD compliance frameworks such as NIST, DISA STIGs, or RMF
Familiarity deploying virtual machines in VMWare vSphere environments including networking configuration
Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
Problem‑solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations
Excellence in oral, written, and technical communication with peers and non‑technical cohorts
Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork
Strong organization and planning skills
Attention to detail while ability to see and understand the big picture
Experience with cloud computing, virtualization, or containerization technologies
Familiarity with Cloud infrastructure (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP)
Demonstrated experience using AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Codeium) for:
- Code generation
- Refactoring and optimization
- Debugging and root‑cause analysis
Ability to write effective prompts and iterate with AI to improve code quality and performance
Understanding of AI limitations, hallucinations, and validation techniques
Experience with testing frameworks including unit testing and interface testing

Pay Range*

$114,000 - $184,000 or $135,000 - $231,000

*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):

IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack‑filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including: