Cloud Software Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology is hiring a Cloud Software Engineer (Cloud Engineer) to design, build, and operate cloud-native applications and platform automation.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical SME across cloud-native software, cloud platforms, DevOps, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)
• Design, develop, and deploy modular cloud-based systems and services using Python, Java, C++, or Ruby
• Apply software engineering best practices to deliver high-quality, testable, and maintainable code
• Build and maintain AWS solutions using services including S3, RDS, EC2, ECS, Lambda, SQS, and SNS with CloudFormation and related IaC/automation frameworks
• Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Jenkins
• Containerize and automate workloads with Docker and Ansible
• Use open-source technologies and system engineering practices to implement cloud solutions
• Identify and resolve cloud infrastructure, performance, and deployment issues; recommend improvements for scalability, reliability, security, and cost efficiency
• Align cloud solutions with customer best practices, architectural guidance, and governance standards
• Collaborate with Agile Scrum teams and customers to gather requirements and provide cloud support
• Design, integrate, and maintain web services and RESTful APIs to support interoperability and data exchange

Requirements

• 10+ years of related experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical discipline (equivalent experience may be considered)
• Proven experience designing, developing, and deploying cloud-native applications and services
• Demonstrated programming skills in Python, Java, C++, or Ruby
• Hands-on AWS experience with S3, RDS, EC2, ECS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, and CloudFormation
• Practical Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) experience using CloudFormation or similar automation frameworks
• Strong DevOps understanding, including CI/CD, version control, and automated build/deployment workflows
• Experience with containerization and automation tools: Docker and Ansible
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design, integration patterns, and web-service architectures
• Ability to troubleshoot cloud infrastructure, application deployments, and performance issues
• Experience working in Agile Scrum teams within iterative delivery cycles
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience supporting COTS/GOTS applications across Windows and Linux environments hosted on AWS
• Familiarity with Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes and security/compliance artifact development
• Exposure to system engineering practices, open-source technologies, and cloud governance frameworks
• Professional certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Developer, AWS SysOps Administrator, or equivalent credentials
• US Citizenship required
• Security clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph (Clearance level: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph)
• Location: Herndon, VA (onsite)
• Hours: Contract core hours, 9am - 3pm
• Travel: None

Technologies

• Python, Java, C++, Ruby
• AWS, S3, RDS, EC2, ECS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, CloudFormation
• GitHub, Jenkins
• Docker, Ansible
• Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), CI/CD
• RESTful APIs, Web services
• Agile Scrum
• Assessment & Authorization (A&A)

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Paid vacation and holidays (rest and recharge)
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

Compensation

The likely salary range for this position is $162,037 - $219,227 per year. Salary is set based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements, and may fall outside this range.

Identity Verification Process

• Virtual interviews require you to be on camera; the employer may take your picture to verify identity and prevent fraud
• You authorize collection, processing, and use of biometric data for identity verification and security purposes