Cloud Software Engineer

TitleCloud Software EngineerKBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.Why Join Us?Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.KBR is seeking a highly motivated Cloud Software Engineer to design, build, and deploy modern cloud-native applications and platforms. This role will focus on developing scalable, containerized solutions leveraging AWS, Kubernetes (EKS), and DevOps/GitOps practices to support high-performing, resilient systems.The ideal candidate has strong experience in cloud infrastructure, container orchestration, and software development, along with a passion for building efficient, maintainable, and production-ready applications.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and deploy cloud-native applications on AWSBuild and manage containerized workloads using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS)Implement serverless and event-driven architectures using tools such as KnativeDevelop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and GitOps practices with Argo CDPackage and deploy applications using Helm charts for Kubernetes environmentsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and resilient software solutionsOptimize application performance, scalability, and reliability in cloud environmentsEnsure adherence to best practices in security, monitoring, and observabilityTroubleshoot and resolve issues across distributed systems and microservicesRequired QualificationsProven experience working with AWS cloud servicesStrong Hands-on Experience WithDockerKubernetes (Amazon EKS)KnativeHelmExperience With CI/CD Pipelines And DevOps/GitOps Tools, IncludingGitLabArgo CDSolid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systemsExperience building and deploying cloud-native applicationsDesired SkillsProgramming experience in:PythonJavaScript / TypeScriptExperience With Frameworks And Libraries Such AsFlaskNode.jsReactNext.jsDatabase Experience WithPostgreSQLSQLSQLAlchemyFamiliarity with API development, RESTful services, and backend design patternsBelong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.R2123308