Software Engineer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer to join an agile team and implement a SecDevOps approach across the software lifecycle. The role emphasizes system integration, containerization with Kubernetes, and automated testing within CI/CD pipelines.

The candidate will design, implement, and maintain software solutions on Windows and Linux, with an emphasis on deployment, documentation, and operational support.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in STEM field.
• 7-10 years relevant industry experience.
• Experience with Java and C/C++ on Windows and Linux.
• Scripting: Batch, Windows Script, Unix Shell, Python.
• Basic SQL and relational databases.

Responsibilities

• Perform system integration to develop and deploy applications.
• Drive testing and automation in CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide operational support through documentation and troubleshooting.

Skills

Java

C/C++

Scripting

SQL

Systems integration

Containerization

CI/CD

Testing

Linux/Windows

Education

BA/BS in STEM

Tools

Red Hat OpenShift

Kubernetes

IaC/GitOps

Job description

Readiness Delivered. Kratos is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services. We are cutting-edge innovators and creative problem solvers working collaboratively to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. Our culture is fast-paced and innovative. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves.

Kratos is seeking a Software Engineer to join our team in a dynamic, agile environment. This role implements a SecDevOps approach across the entire software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and operational support based on user feedback. The ideal candidate will work both independently and collaboratively to design, implement, and maintain software solutions while leveraging modern industry standards and providing clear status updates on design efforts. Key responsibilities include performing system integration to develop and deploy applications, as well as utilizing containerization tools like Kubernetes to manage and deploy services. Additionally, the role involves driving testing and automation by designing and maintaining automated test scripts within CI/CD pipelines and providing operational support through requirements verification, documentation, and troubleshooting in simulated environments.

Experience and Skills

• BA/BS in STEM study
• 7-10 years relevant, industry experience
• Java and C/C++ programming (including network, multi-threaded, client-server programming where applicable) on Windows and Linux platforms
• Batch File, Windows Script File, Unix Shell Scripting, Python Scripting
• Basic understanding of relational database applications and creation of expressions using Structured Query Language (SQL)
• Ability to design solutions to complex engineering problems

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Platform Experience:Strong experience withRed Hat OpenShiftandKubernetesarchitecture
• Domain Knowledge:Experience withsatellite ground station processing (planning, ground control, data processing)
• Testing:Functional, integration, regression, and performance testing expertise
• Active Security Clearance
• Certifications: RHCA, CKA, or CKAD
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and GitOps principles

#LI-Onsite

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $130,000-$150,000

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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