Software Engineer III - DevOps/DevSecOps

Pace Industries, LLC; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking a DevSecOps Software Engineer III to design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes deployments across on‑prem and cloud environments. The role emphasizes air‑gapped operations, secure IaC (Terraform/Ansible), and strong security tooling integration.

The ideal candidate will work with GitHub/GitLab, Docker, and modern observability stacks (ELK/Prometheus/Grafana) to ensure compliant, high‑quality software delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of related professional experience.
• Ability to design, code, test, and debug complex software development environments.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum/Kanban methodologies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes deployments.
• Develop secure IaC using Terraform or Ansible and integrate security throughout the SDLC.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize processes and ensure reproducible software delivery.

Skills

DevSecOps

CI/CD

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

GitHub/GitLab

Python

Bash

Cloud Platforms

Security Practices

Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub

GitLab

Artifactory

ELK

Prometheus

Grafana

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Sierra Space Careers: At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond. Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space. We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The DevSecOps Software Engineer III role involves deploying, configuring and maintaining a software development for space systems and technologies. This advanced position requires expertise in at least one programming language, an advanced understanding of software development principles, and the ability to design and architect complex software systems. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes deployments such as the Big Bang framework. This role spans both on-premises and cloud environments, with particular emphasis on air-gapped operations. The ideal candidate will design and maintain infrastructure using secure IaC tools like Terraform or Ansible, implement comprehensive observability solutions for proactive monitoring, and seamlessly integrate security practices throughout the development lifecycle. You must have strong expertise in container technologies, GitOps workflows, infrastructure as code, software development workflows, and security tooling. You should be comfortable collaborating with development teams to optimize processes and ensure high-quality, reproducible software delivery that meets stringent compliance requirements.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission. We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master's experience).
• 5+ years of related professional experience.
• Ability to design, code, test, and debug complex software development environments.
• Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Security Plus or IAT2 certification.
• Proven experience as a DevOps/DevSecOps Engineer.
• Proficient in one or more scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Experience designing CI/CD pipelines (preferably using GitHub or GitLab).
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Proficiency with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Experience with Windows and Linux software development.
• Ability to identify bottlenecks in software development and create solutions to increase efficiency.
• Strong understanding of security and software development best practices and principles.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Google Professional DevOps Engineer).
• Experience with additional DevSecOps tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Experience with logging and monitoring tools (ELK stack, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Experience deploying and configuring GitLab and Artifactory.
• Experience with C/C++ build tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Compensation

Pay Range: $129,776.00 - $178,441.25 Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations. We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Application Deadline

This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Other Information

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified. Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees. Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.

About Sierra Space

Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission‑proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions. With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight‑proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth. Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.