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Northrop Grumman · 18 hours ago

Principal/ Sr. Principal DevOps Software Engineer (Possibly Hybrid)

Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company that offers revolutionary systems impacting lives globally. They are seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal DevOps Software Engineer to provide lifecycle support of integrated applications through continuous updates and refinements utilizing modern DevSecOps and automation practices.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
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Growth Opportunities
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Responsibilities

Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability
Maintain and troubleshoot networking components, including VLANs, firewalls, switches, and routers
Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, software, servers, and hardware
Deploy, manage, and support virtualized environments (e.g. VMware, Hyper-V, or other hypervisors)
Implement and manage core infrastructure services (e.g., DNS, DHCP, NAS, and Active Directory) Setup an overall Cloud-native Software Factory
Manage and improve container orchestration and deployment strategies
Support programs with integration and deployment automation in a cloud enabled environment

Qualification

WindowsLinuxKubernetesCI/CD pipelinesNetworking conceptsScripting YAMLScripting PowerShellScripting BASHScripting JSONSoftware Development JavaSoftware Development PythonSoftware Development C++Cloud ManagementAgile environmentCommunication skillsProblem-solvingCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 5 Years experience; OR a master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 3 Years experience; OR a PhD in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 1 Years experience
Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 8 Years experience; OR a master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 6 Years experience; OR a PhD in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 4 Years experience
Strong working knowledge of Windows and Linux environment
Proficient with containers and Kubernetes
Experience scripting in YAML, PowerShell, BASH, JSON, etc.…
Proficient with networking concepts
Proficient with SW Development in at least one language (Java, Python, C++)
Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated Secret clearance (DoD must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Preferred

Experience creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Strong experience in establishing, maintaining, and growing DevSecOps resources
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with widely dispersed team members
Strong desire for automation and a track record of flexibility in work roles
Experience integrating and debugging SW
Experience working within an Agile environment
Familiar with Cloud Management and Administration
Able to work independently and identify solutions to complex problems
Collaborating with teams, industry partners, and customers
Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP)
Ability to lead cross functional agile teams

Benefits

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Company

Northrop Grumman

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Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.7B
Key Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M

Leadership Team

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John Greene
Corporate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Northrop Grumman Corporation
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Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
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