Northrop Grumman

Senior Principal Engineer Software - DevOps & Cloud

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Melbourne, FL, USA

In-Office

123K-184K Annually

Senior level

Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity

The Role

Design, develop, integrate, and test cloud-native software and infrastructure. Manage cloud infrastructure tools, container orchestration, CI/CD, and security monitoring. Collaborate across systems, DevSecOps, and test teams in an Agile environment to deliver software and ensure compliance with RMF and program requirements.

Summary Generated by Built In

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer - DevOps and Cloud Infrastructure to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Software organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

In this role you will design, develop, integrate and test software for our end-user customers and businesses. Specifically, you will be responsible for managing cloud infrastructure tools and data for the Aircraft Ground Systems team. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams, such as with Systems Engineering, Cloud & Application, Test Automation, DevSecOps and Systems Test, in an Agile software development environment. You will analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls.

Essential Functions:

Work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels
Participate in the full software development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery of software products to our customers
Manage cloud infrastructure tools and data.
Manage and improve container orchestration and deployment strategies.
Develop tools to manage continuous integration, software stack support, code quality and coverage.
Ensure and develop tools for monitoring security, privacy, and integrity of data and other resources.
Setup an overall Cloud-native Software Factory

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 8 years of related experience; OR Masters degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years of related experience; OR PhD with 4 year of related experience
Ability to implement software and scripts in one or more programming languages: C, C++, C#, Java, Python, Go, PowerShell, VBScript, Bash, AND/OR KornShell.
Knowledge of at least one of the following Cloud technologies and service providers: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft (MS) Azure, Google Cloud.
Knowledge of Defining Roadmap, Architecting, Designing, Implementing Cyber Remediation AND Cyber Compliance (Risk Management Framework - RMF).
Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience AND/OR Certification with cloud and container management & security technologies such as: VMWare, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Docker, Redhat OpenShift, Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS), Docker Swarm, Kubernetes, Nomad.
Recent Demonstrated Experience Defining Roadmap, Architecting, Designing, Implementing Cyber Remediation AND Cyber Compliance (Risk Management Framework - RMF).
Recent Demonstrated Experience Architecting, Designing, Implementing, Maintaining, and Administrating micro-services for Cloud and Application Systems tracing to user/system requirements using cloud services such as: Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
Recent Demonstrated Professional Experience with one of the following continuous deployment systems: Octopus, ArgoCD, CodeStream, EletricFlow, AWS AND/OR CodePipeline.
Experience working in an Agile Framework

Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years related experience; OR Master's with 6 years; OR PhD with 4 years
Ability to implement software and scripts in one or more languages: C, C++, C#, Java, Python, Go, PowerShell, VBScript, Bash, KornShell
Knowledge of at least one cloud provider: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud
Knowledge of defining roadmap, architecting, designing, implementing cyber remediation and cyber compliance (Risk Management Framework - RMF)
Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to commencement of employment
Experience or certification with cloud and container management and security technologies (VMWare, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Docker, Red Hat OpenShift, Amazon ECS, Docker Swarm, Kubernetes, Nomad)
Recent experience defining roadmap, architecting, designing, implementing cyber remediation and RMF compliance
Experience architecting, implementing, maintaining microservices and cloud services (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS)
Professional experience with continuous deployment systems (Octopus, ArgoCD, CodeStream, ElectricFlow, AWS CodePipeline)
Experience working in an Agile framework

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.

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We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.