DevOps Automation Engineer

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Alabama
Office
R172632
Engineering
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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a talented DevOps Automation Engineer to join our Threat Analysis team! This engineer will be part of a diverse team supporting a modeling & simulation (M&S) program.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, maintaining, and optimizing build systems for complex software projects that support cross-compilation, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and hardware-specific toolchains. You will help to develop our automation and build pipelines, improve the integration/release process, and work closely with developers and QA teams to ensure efficient and reliable builds across multiple platforms.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Design, implement, and maintain robust CMake build scripts for cross-platform software projects

  • Maintain and improve build scripts, tools, and infrastructure - Refactor and modernize existing build systems to improve performance, maintainability, and scalability

  • Optimize build performance - Improve the speed and efficiency of the build process by optimizing CMake configurations and build strategies

  • Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines and automate build processes

  • Troubleshoot and resolve build-related issues across various environments

  • Ensure compatibility across various operating systems (Linux, Windows)

  • Document build processes and provide training/support to other engineers as needed

Required Clearance:

  • Candidate must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a SECRET Clearance

  • Active Secret Clearance preferred

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years' of relevant experience

  • Experience developing complex build systems that use C++ libraries and Linux

  • Strong experience using CMake in large-scale C++ or multi-language projects

  • Experience in a release engineering and/or DevOps or build engineer role

  • Expertise with Git, branching strategies, merging, Pull Requests etc.

  • Familiarity with continuous integration systems such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar

  • Proficient with scripting; particularly Shell and Python

  • Experience in configuration management for deploying, configuring, and managing servers and systems

  • Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and code review

  • Excellent problem solving and debugging skills, clear and concise verbal and written communication skills

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Familiarity with conan, vcpkg, or other C++ package managers

  • Knowledge of C++ or related programming languages

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

  • Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

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: $100,900.00 - $176,600.00

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, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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