Entry Level Defense Contractor Software Engineer Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree. Agile experience preferred.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense SECRET security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
We're seeking a talented CI/CD Pipeline Software Engineer to streamline and optimize our development processes.
**Role Overview:**
As a CI/CD Pipeline Software Engineer for Embedded Development, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining continuous integration and delivery pipelines tailored for embedded software projects. Your expertise will ensure seamless, efficient, and reliable deployment workflows, contributing directly to the quality and innovation of our embedded solutions.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for embedded software projects using GitLab.
- Automate build, test, and deployment processes to enhance development efficiency.
- Collaborate with software and hardware teams to ensure CI/CD pipelines meet the unique needs of embedded systems.
- Integrate version control, build tools, test frameworks, and deployment systems into a cohesive pipeline.
- Monitor and troubleshoot pipeline performance, addressing bottlenecks or failures promptly.
- Stay current with industry best practices and emerging tools in CI/CD and embedded development.
**Required Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience with CI/CD pipeline tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps, or similar.
- Strong knowledge of embedded software development and associated toolchains (e.g., GCC, Keil, IAR).
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or similar for pipeline automation.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and branching strategies.
- Familiarity with containerization and virtualization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, QEMU) in embedded contexts.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing in CI/CD environments.
- Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and their integration into pipelines.
- Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
**Why Join Us?**
- Opportunity to work on industry-leading embedded solutions.
- Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment.
- Access to professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
**How to Apply:**
If you're passionate about CI/CD, embedded development, and pushing the boundaries of technology, we want to hear from you!
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Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $100,219.00 - USD $105,700.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
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