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MLOps Engineer

Ames, IA · On-site

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VIVA USA INC

Site Reliability Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$53.75 - $71.50/hr

... University Degree (4 years or equivalent) Work Experience: Previous experience in programming/software development. (4 - 7 years) Software development processes experience. (4 - 7 years) Product ...

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Staff Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Johnston, IA · On-site

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Site Reliability Engineer - Hybrid

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DevOps - Embedded Software Engineer

USPRO

Cedar Rapids, IA

$75 - $78/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Job Title: DevSecOps Software Engineer II
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7.30AM-4.30PM
Pay Range: $75-78/HR
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required
 Client Company:Collins AerospaceJob Title:IT Developers- Dev OPS SW EngineerLocation:Cedar Rapids IA ONSITEWork Schedule:40 hours weeksClient Job ID:21669Bullhorn ID: # of Openings:1Max Submittals:5Job Type:ITDuration:12 monthsWork Authorization:US CitizenClearance:Clearance walking in the doorBackground/Drug:YESInterview Format:Read belowMax Bill RateBill Rate Model – 119.44Pay Range:$75-$78.00Additional Notes: Please Note - *web developers, or internet-based communications, are NOT what the manager is needing***
Interviews will be a combination of an initial 30 min zoom followed by a half-day in person. if the candidate cannot complete an in-person interview, it will be via zoom
-candidates over the rate will not be accepted
-could be contracted to hire for the right candidate
  
Job Description:
As a DevOps/Embedded Software Engineer II in this organization, you will support the development of state-of-the-art communications systems to support UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles. Examples would include advanced satellite communications, cryptography and state-of-the-art embedded computing architectures. The DevSecOps Software Engineer II will support mission critical teams that build robust networks that implement low latency and high throughput communications that include anti-jamming capabilities, mobile ADHOC features and IP connectivity. *** Please Note web developers, or internet-based communications, will NOT be a fit for this position***
Key Responsibilities:
  • Create DevSecOps pipelines for on-prem embedded systems applications (not cloud based)
  • Integrate tooling, apps, and scripts into the development pipeline.
  • Participate in the selection of technologies to enable automation and increase flow.
  • Develop applications and scripts to support integration and flow of software updates.
  • Maintain frameworks to automate test, deployment, and delivery of software.
  • Work in an agile environment (SAFe)

Required Qualifications:
  • MUST currently hold an Active DOD Secret Clearance to be eligible for this role. (DOD Clearances require US Citizenship)
  • University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
  • Must have experience working with languages such as C, C++, and Linux development environment experience
  • Must have experience in multi-threaded embedded application software engineering development and integration
  • Experience with software networking and communications protocols, preferably for advanced satellite communications
  • Experience developing and deploying containers such as Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, or similar software
  • CI/CD tooling experience such as Bamboo, Jenkins, or similar software
  • Git tooling experience such as BitBucket, Gitlab, GitHub or similar software
  • Experience integrating tools using RESTful APIs
  • Experience programming in languages such as bash, python and Java
  • Proven ability to consistently deliver high-quality results, meet project milestones, and contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Software artifact storage solutions experience such as JFrog Artifactory or similar software
  • Configuration management experience such as Ansible, Chef, Puppet or similar software
  • Familiar with Atlassian tools administration
  • Experience in advanced satellite communications, cryptography and state-of-the-art embedded computing architectures is a big plus
  • Experience with standard full lifecycle software development practices and configuration management tools
  • Experience working on an Agile team

Equal Opportunity Statement:
USPRO is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability and/or other protected categories. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities or needs, as required by law.