Software Engineer

About the role

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About the role

Parsons is seeking a Software Engineer to join our team in Las Cruces, New Mexico. In this role you will Help transition established waterfall practices to incremental DevOps delivery while maintaining required reviews, documentation, security, and configuration control.

Responsibilities' include

• Analyze, design, implement, test, and document software for high-profile satellite communications systems.
• Collaborate with developers, testers, configuration management, operations, systems engineers, and project managers to improve delivery and reliability.
• Support the transition from waterfall practices to incremental DevOps delivery; participate in Agile planning, backlog refinement, reviews, and continuous improvement.
• Use Git and GitLab for branching, merge requests, code review, and traceable source control; implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for builds, tests, packaging, and controlled releases.
• Use Jira to manage backlog items, requirements, defects, and delivery tasks and maintain traceability to code changes and test results.
• Develop automated unit, integration, and regression tests and incorporate appropriate checks into delivery pipelines.
• Troubleshoot build, test, release, and application issues; use logs and operational feedback to improve software and delivery workflows
• Automate repetitive tasks with scripts, document repeatable build and release procedures, and support release validation and rollback planning.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or be able to obtain one
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of related professional experience; fewer years may be considered when supported by demonstrated software engineering capability and relevant hands-on DevOps experience.
• Understanding of DevOps principles and demonstrated hands-on experience delivering software in a professional DevOps environment; coursework, certifications, or conceptual familiarity alone do not satisfy this requirement.
• Experience using Git, GitLab collaboration workflows, and Jira for work tracking; practical experience implementing, modifying, or maintaining CI/CD pipelines and troubleshooting build, test, or release failures.
• Experience collaborating across development, testing, and operations and applying Agile practices to plan, deliver, and improve software.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more of the following: SQL, Ada, C, C++, Java, or LabVIEW.
• ·Experience helping a team transition from waterfall development to Agile and DevOps practices, including coaching colleagues and introducing automation incrementally.
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD pipeline configuration, reusable pipeline templates, artifact management, and release approvals.
• Experience with infrastructure or configuration as code, containerization, and automated environment provisioning, where applicable.
• Experience integrating security checks, dependency scanning, monitoring, or logging into software delivery workflows.
• Experience automating development or delivery tasks using Python, shell scripting, PowerShell, or a comparable language.
• Experience with Linux and Windows development environments and tools, such as Eclipse or Visual Studio.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) systems.
• Basic knowledge of computer networking.
• Experience with DEC Alpha systems and OpenVMS.
• Experience using Wireshark.
• Experience with memory and performance profiling.

Security Clearance Requirement

• A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.
• This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range

$112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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