Senior Software Factory Engineer

We’re seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to help modernize a mission-critical submarine combat system. In this role, you will enable the transformation of a large monolithic C++ codebase into secure, scalable Java-based microservices while strengthening the software DevOps capabilities required to deliver those systems reliably, securely, and efficiently.

This is an opportunity for a senior engineer with deep experience in CI/CD pipelines, build systems, DevOps practices, source-control workflows, and software-delivery modernization. You will support the team’s current Bamboo and Bitbucket environment while helping define and execute a practical migration to GitLab.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 years relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

What You Bring to the Table (Needs)

• Organize and accelerate DevOps modernization efforts for the migration of a monolithic C++ application to Java-based microservices.
• Knowledge of DevOps principles, automated testing, artifact management, infrastructure automation, and secure software-delivery practices.
• Strong hands-on expertise in CI/CD pipeline design, implementation, automation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for a complex, multi-repository software environment
• Experience with CI/CD platforms such as Bamboo, Bitbucket, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, or comparable tools.
• Assess existing build, test, release, artifact-management, and repository workflows; identify opportunities to improve delivery speed, repeatability, traceability, security, and product quality.
• Define and implement scalable versioning, branching, release, and configuration-management strategies across multiple repositories, components, and technology stacks.
• Experience establishing enterprise-scale repository, branching, versioning, and release-management strategies.
• Develop build infrastructure using modern build, dependency-management, and automation tools—such as Bazel, CMake, Maven, Make, or comparable technologies—to support multiple languages and evolving program needs.
• Collaborate with software, DevOps, systems, cybersecurity, test, infrastructure, and program teams to integrate modern DevOps practices into the delivery lifecycle.

• Knowledge of container technologies such as Docker, or Kubernetes
• Contribute to database architecture and integration approaches supporting distributed, microservices-based applications.
• Experience with enhancing and standardizing the current Bamboo and Bitbucket environment
• Experience with migration of existing pipeline implementations to GitLab
• Help teams adopt GitLab capabilities, including GitLab CI/CD, repository management, merge requests, runners, package and artifact management, and integrated security scanning.
• Knowledge of GitLab runners, CI/CD templates, package registries, artifact retention, code-quality tooling, and DevSecOps/security-scanning integrations.
• Experience with DoD/Defense contracting work.
• Join us in building the software factory and engineering foundation that will shape the future of submarine combat systems. Apply today to make a direct impact on national defense.

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

• This position is fully on-site initially with an option Hybrid/Flex after initial onboarding period.
• While on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Manassas team.

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This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range USD $156,965.00 - USD $174,134.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!