KBR Careers · 3 days ago
Cloud Developer – AWS Modernization - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
6+ years expKBR is a company focused on innovation and responsible improvement of the world. They are seeking a skilled Cloud Developer to modernize mission-critical solutions for the USGS EROS Center by migrating on-premises systems to AWS and implementing cloud solutions using Agile methodologies.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Contribute to the migration of on-premises infrastructure to AWS using both lift-and-shift and modernization strategies
Participate in the design and implementation of event-driven systems leveraging AWS-native services (e.g., Lambda, SNS, SQS, EventBridge)
Develop and maintain automation tools for provisioning, monitoring, and managing AWS cloud infrastructure
Collaborate with solution architects, engineers, and other team members to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions
Support the design and optimization of CI/CD pipelines using industry-standard tools (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline)
Apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or AWS CDK
Implement configuration management and automation using tools like Ansible
Troubleshoot and support cloud-based applications in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
Contribute to documentation and process improvements to enhance system reliability and efficiency
Identify and implement AWS cloud cost optimization strategies, incorporating FinOps principles
Participate in Agile teams, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, delivering incremental value through iterative development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field
Minimum 6 years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or software development, with a focus on AWS technologies
Hands-on experience with lift-and-shift migrations and event-driven system design in AWS
Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CDK, or AWS CloudFormation
Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
Scripting proficiency in Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar for automation
Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and AWS best practices
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and automation
Demonstrated FinOps ability to reduce cloud spend through cost optimization strategies
Experience working in Agile development environments and applying Agile methodologies
Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical documentation
U.S. Citizenship due to contractual and security requirements
Three years of continuous U.S. residency for government security credential
Ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation for government facility access
Preferred
Associate, Professional, or Specialty certifications in AWS that are relevant to cloud development (e.g., AWS Certified Developer – Associate, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional, AWS Certified Security – Specialty)
Experience with Agile methodologies and modern software engineering practices
Experience designing and implementing event-driven architectures in AWS
Familiarity with government security credential requirements and ability to obtain necessary clearances
Benefits
401K plan with company match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
Flexible spending account
Disability
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Company
KBR Careers
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Becky Sewell
Chief Training Officer (CTO)
Dana Dorsey
Sr. VP, Chief Financial Officer
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