Job Description
Cloud Developer (CD) Level-1 (L1) Position
Overview
The Cloud Developer Level-1 position is designed for entry-level professionals beginning their career in cloud software development for Mission Systems (MS). This role provides foundational experience in software development and cloud technologies while supporting mission-critical systems under close supervision and mentorship.
Key Responsibilities
- Core Development Functions
- Requirements Support
- Assist in analyzing software, hardware, and cloud architecture for aircraft, surface, and ground mission systems.
- Support development of system, subsystem, and functional software/cloud requirements under supervision.
- Software Development
- Develop and maintain MS software components using multiple technologies. Examples listed below are not all inclusive.
- Languages: JAVA, JavaScript, Python, C++, C#, SQL, etc.
- Web Technologies: AWS (S2, EC2, SQS, Lambda), Kubernetes, Docker, Container registries, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD tools, HTML, CSS, Kafka, Bootstrap, XML, etc.
- Specialized: OWL, WCD1L, GIT, GITLAB, Confluence, etc.
- Contribute to full-stack solutions including GUI components and back-end sensor interfaces under guidance.
- System Integration
- Assist in developing scripts, installing applications, and configuring software systems.
- Support creation of interfaces to external/internal systems and sensors.
- Help with software installation across various hardware configurations and cloud environments.
- Testing & Quality Assurance
- Develop and execute unit tests under supervision.
- Participate in system and integration testing activities.
- Conduct testing in labs and on assets (command centers, surface platforms, aircraft) with senior developer oversight.
- Participate in code reviews and actively incorporate feedback.
- Documentation & Collaboration
- Assist in developing technical documentation for software, cloud, and GUI changes.
- Work closely with team members to support software usability and reliability.
- Build professional relationships and learn organizational vision and goals.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Education Requirements
- Primary: BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
- Alternative: Bachelor's degree with relevant coursework, certifications, or internship experience.
- Non-degree Path: Combination of technical boot camps, certifications, and relevant project experience.
- Experience Requirements
- Minimum: 0-1 year of fulltime employment of software/cloud development beyond graduation.
- Acceptable: Recent graduates with relevant internships, co-op experience, or academic projects.
- Preferred: Exposure to agile development methodologies through coursework or internships.
- Clearance Requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain at least a Secret clearance within 6 months.
- U.S. citizenship required.
Working Conditions
- Travel
- Up to 10% travel to meet Government requirements.
- Travel typically accompanied by senior team members.
- Work Environment
- Works under direct supervision of senior developers and Team Leads
- Assigned to team projects with clear guidance and mentorship.
- Works 8-hour days during normal workdays for an average of 1920 labor hours per year, excluding federal holidays and PTO.
- May work on small, well-defined tasks independently after initial training period.
- Reports to Chief Integration Officer (CIO), Cloud Lead, Project Manager, Leads, and senior developers.
Key Competencies
- Technical Skills
- Basic understanding of agile software development practices.
- Foundational knowledge of cloud architecture and deployment.
- Programming proficiency in at least one or two languages.
- Willingness to learn new technologies and frameworks.
- Basic understanding of version control (Git) and development tools.
- Professional Skills
- Strong desire to learn and grow professionally.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Receptiveness to mentorship, coaching, and constructive feedback.
- Attention to detail and quality.
- Problem-solving mindset.
- Time management and organizational skills.
Career Level Expectations
The CD-L1 is positioned as an entry-level developer who
- Requires regular guidance and supervision from senior developers and Team Leads.
- Focuses on learning organizational processes, tools, and best practices.
- Works on well-defined tasks and smaller components of larger projects.
- Demonstrates eagerness to develop technical and professional skills.
- Shows potential for growth to CD-L2 level within 1-2 years.
- Actively seeks feedback and applies lessons learned.
Training & Development
- Onboarding Period
- Comprehensive orientation to MS systems and processes.
- Assigned mentor from senior development team.
- Structured learning plan for first 90 days.
- Ongoing Development
- Regular one-on-one meetings with mentor and Team Lead.
- Access to technical training and certification programs.
- Participation in code reviews as both contributor and observer.
- Exposure to full software development lifecycle.
Performance Expectations
- First 6 Months
- Complete onboarding and security clearance process.
- Demonstrate proficiency in assigned development tools and languages.
- Successfully complete assigned tasks with guidance.
- Contribute to team projects under supervision.
- 6-12 Months
- Increase independence on routine development tasks.
- Begin contributing to design discussions.
- Demonstrate understanding of MS architecture and requirements.
- Show progress toward CD-L2 competencies.
