Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is seeking a Principal Cloud Software Developer to maintain and enhance capabilities in support of DAF CLOUDworks at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) in Rome, NY. DAF CLOUDworks is a rapidly growing secure cloud program that encompasses 10+ teams supporting information security, infrastructure development, and cloud migration. Along with operations and sustainment, DAF CLOUDworks focuses on modifying and enhancing offerings to implement new requirements, enhance functionality, increase efficiency, or lower operating/deployment. Successful candidates should have a track record as an effective communicator and problem solver who is able to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Basic Qualifications:
A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
Have one of the followingA bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experienceA master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experienceA PhD in with 1+ years of relevant experienceAn active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)Able to obtain IAT Level II certification per DoD 8570.01 such as CASP+ or Security+ within 60 days of start date.Experience developing code with multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, Go)Strong technical understanding of Cloud-based technologies (AWS Platform, Azure Platform, Google Cloud)Expertise utilizing version control systems (e.g., Git)Proficiency utilizing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesPreferred Qualifications:
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools (Atlassian suite: Jira, Confluence)Proven ability to administer cloud-based networking solutions, managing ACLs, Security Groups, and Web Application Firewalls (WAF)Deep understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools to automate cloud resource provisioningCloud platform developer certifications such as:AWS Platform (>= AWS Certified Developer Assoc.)Azure Platform (>= Azure Developer: Assoc)Demonstrated experience in cloud adoption, environment prototyping, and data migrationAdvanced experience leveraging git for code management (ArgoCD, Flux, Gitlab)Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principalsExperience utilizing Agile methodologies and tools (Atlassian suite: Jira, Confluence)Experience developing code base under strict security controlsExperience with cloud services and resources configuration and administration experience#DAFCloud
Salary Range: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.