DevOps Engineer

About the role

Falcata's Product Solutions (PS) organization is seeking a DevOps Engineer II in Huntsville, AL to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems development, a passion for problem-solving, and the ability to work collaboratively. This role takes full ownership of the CI/CD pipeline while developing embedded software for RF sensor products.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a skilled DevOps Engineer to play a critical role in the development of our products. In this role, you will be the champion of quality and the architect of our development infrastructure. You will work closely with a small, high-impact team of 7-10 software engineers, building and maintaining the automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines that enable our team to deliver exceptional software with speed and confidence. Application development in C, C++, Python, and embedded software development for real-time processors.

• Build Quality Infrastructure: Design, implement, and maintain automated testing frameworks for core software components, including unit, integration, and system-level tests.
• Architect CI/CD Pipelines: Develop and manage robust CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and Artifactory to ensure seamless build, test, and deployment processes
• Champion software excellence: Monitor and improve software quality by implementing code reviews, static analysis, and test coverage metrics.
• Collaborate with Developers: Work closely with a team of 7-10 engineers to identify, debug, and resolve defects early in the development lifecycle.
• Optimize Linux Environments: Oversee build and deployment processes for Linux-based systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance.
• Document Processes: Create and maintain clear documentation for testing and deployment workflows to support team growth and knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 3+ years of professional experience developing embedded software.
• Automation & Scripting Pro: You are proficient with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI) and have strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Testing Guru: You have hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks.
• Linux Experience: You are familiar with Linux-based development and deployment environments.
• Tool Savvy: You have a solid understanding of containerization (e.g., Docker) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Problem Solver: You have excellent problem-solving skills and a meticulous attention to detail.
• Team Player: You are comfortable supporting a fast-paced engineering team of 7-10 members.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with testing FPGA-related software or embedded systems.
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, ELK Stack).

Falcata's Benefits & Application

Falcata offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Shared Ownership: This fosters a culture of collective responsibility, transparency, and long-term commitment.
• Other Benefits: 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, and Paid Leave.

Applying to Falcata

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Falcata is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and drug screening.