2025 Cloud Native Developer

$77,000 - $115,000/Yr

The Aerospace Corporation - Chantilly, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Chantilly, VA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Cloud Native Developer to join the Datacentric Platforms and Architectures Department within the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD). This role involves developing cloud-native applications to address complex challenges in the space enterprise, leveraging advanced technologies to create scalable and resilient data analysis pipelines and tools. The position offers opportunities for professional growth while working collaboratively with a team of experts in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop cloud native applications to solve complex problems in the space enterprise.
• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts on various space-related projects.
• Leverage cloud technologies for data engineering and architecture solutions.
• Interface with project leaders, product owners, and customers to communicate project contributions.
• Work closely with National Security Space, United States Space Force, and other Department of Defense customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline (pursuing or conferred within 12 months).
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Intermediate programming ability in Python and/or Java.
• Ability to containerize applications using Docker.
• Hands-on experience with REST APIs.
• Ability to use Git for source control.
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree or PhD.
• GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• Active security clearance.
• Experience using FastAPI or Flask (Python) and/or Springboot (Java) for microservices development.
• Ability to create REST APIs.
• Experience deploying applications to Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with AWS GovCloud, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Intermediate programming ability in C, C++, Rust, and/or Go.
• Ability to create and deploy Helm charts.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and DevSecOps concepts.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan with company-paid benefits and matching contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs
• Education assistance programs