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Requiring at least 4 days in office, based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ office.DepartmentEngineeringEmployment TypeFull TimeLocationMount Laurel, NJAddress8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 500 N, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, 08054Open in Google MapsWorkplace typeHybridCompensation$114,000 - $231,000 / yearKey ResponsibilitiesWhat You Will Do:Build, maintain, and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI and Jenkins, following established enterprise patternsIntegrate and operate automated security controls within pipelines, including SAST, SCA, container scanning, SBOM generation, and secrets detectionSupport and maintain core Software Factory tooling (e.g., GitLab, artifact repositories, scanning tools, CI/CD infrastructure)Develop and update Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible and Terraform, leveraging standardized templatesDeploy, configure, and maintain containerized workloads using Podman and Kubernetes (RKE2 or similar distributions)Operate and support DevSecOps platforms within air-gapped classified environments, including:packaging and deploying dependenciestroubleshooting environment-specific issuessupporting repeatable software delivery without external connectivityAssist in enforcing compliance requirements (e.g., NIST 800-171, DISA STIGs, RMF) through automation and pipeline controlsInvestigate and resolve technical issues across CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure, and tooling, documenting root causes and solutionsGather developer feedback and identify opportunities to improve platform usability, performance, and reliabilityCollaborate with software engineers, security teams, and infrastructure teams to support coordinated delivery effortsExplore and prototype next-generation solutions using artificial intelligence/machine learning, distributed processing, and modeling.Interact with customers to elicit requirements and document agreements.Present to organization leadership on project cost, schedule, and technical progress.Software architecture development including hardware and software interfaces between software components.Assist in developing user, functional, and technical requirements for tactical systems.Participate and provide feedback for design & code/peer reviews.Integrate individual software components into complex software environments.Support test and integration activities at IDT labs and government Land Based Test Sites (LBTS).Integrate software components into a complex software development environmentEnsure adherence to industry standards pertaining to security, orthodox programming paradigms, and performance requirementsUnderstand and interact with complex DoD software systemsWork with small cross-site teams of software and/or systems engineersCollaborate with team members to peer-review architecture design, system requirements, and implemented codeSkills, Knowledge & ExpertiseWho You Are (Required):Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent full-time professional experience.5+ years of full-time professional experienceAbility to travel up to 10% of the time, as neededExperience in software development processesExperience with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI)Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Podman and container orchestration with KubernetesUnderstanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)Basic scripting and programming skills (e.g., Python, Bash)Experience with Agile software development processesProficiency working within a Git CM environmentAbility to convert vague customer requirements into a refined vision.Ability to work on-site with potential hybrid flexibility.Familiarity with the software development process (requirements through deployment)Ability to design, develop, and analyze software systemsUnderstanding of:Windows and Linux file systemsVersion control (Git)APIs (REST/gRPC)Modular code designAbility to review, critique, and harden AI-generated codeFamiliarity with SQL and relational databases (e.g., Postgres)Familiarity with computer networking and various networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, CORBA, DDS)Ability to perform many concurrent assignments and determine the need for changing prioritiesWhat Makes You Stand Out:Experience working in a DevSecOps or DevOps roleHands-on experience with cloud platforms/hypervisors (e.g., AWS, vCenter)Familiarity with secure software development practices and automated security testing toolsKnowledge of monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)Experience working in defense, government, or other mission-critical domains.Familiarity with DoD compliance frameworks such as NIST, DISA STIGs, or RMFFamiliarity deploying virtual machines in VMWare vSphere environments including networking configurationSolid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and driveProblem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situationsExcellence in oral, written, and technical communication with peers and non-technical cohortsInitiative, creativity, reliability, teamworkStrong organization and planning skillsAttention to detail while ability to see and understand the big pictureExperience with cloud computing, virtualization, or containerization technologiesFamiliarity with Cloud infrastructure (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP)Demonstrated experience using AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Codeium) for:Code generationRefactoring and optimizationDebugging and root-cause analysisAbility to write effective prompts and iterate with AI to improve code quality and performanceUnderstanding of AI limitations, hallucinations, and validation techniquesExperience with testing frameworks including unit testing and interface testingIf you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.Pay Range*:$114,000 - $184,000 or $135,000 - $231,000*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the \"pay scale\" or \"pay range\" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.Job BenefitsWhy Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:Generous benefits packageCompetitive PTOPaid holidays401(k) with immediate vesting and matching9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)Tuition Assistance Reimbursement ProgramProfessional Development ResourcesPre-Tax Commuter BenefitsOrganization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect EventsAnnual Employee Recognition AwardsRegular Social Events and Catered LunchesEEO Statement:IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.About Innovative Defense TechnologiesInnovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. 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