CI/CD Pipeline Engineer - Junior

Location: San Diego, CA (On-Site with Limited Telework) Salary Range: $90,000 – $115,000 Travel: Up to 10% Clearance: Active Secret (Required) Position Overview We are seeking a Junior CI/CD Pipeline Engineer to support U.S. Navy software systems in a secure, mission-focused environment. This role is ideal for someone early in their DevSecOps or CI/CD career who is looking to grow hands‑on experience building, maintaining, and improving automated pipelines. You will work alongside senior engineers to support build and release pipelines, containerized deployments, and secure software delivery processes across both virtual machine and Kubernetes/OpenShift environments. This is a hands‑on technical role , focused on learning and contributing to real pipeline development, automation, and system integration efforts not just maintaining tools. You will be part of a team directly impacting our Sailor and their ability to defend our national security. Key Responsibilities Support development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar) Assist with container build and deployment processes (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) Help automate build, test, and deployment workflows Troubleshoot pipeline failures and assist in resolving build and integration issues Support integration of security scanning tools into pipelines (DevSecOps practices) Work with developers to ensure code is buildable, testable, and deployable Assist with version control and artifact management (Git, Artifactory/Nexus) Support deployment of applications to development, test, and production environments Contribute to documentation for pipelines, processes, and environments Required Qualifications 1–3 years of experience in software development, DevOps, or CI/CD environments (or relevant internship/lab experience) Security+ Preferred Qualifications Exposure to CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Tekton, etc.) Familiarity with Docker and containerization concepts Basic understanding of Kubernetes or OpenShift Exposure to build tools (Maven, Gradle) Awareness of DevSecOps practices or security scanning tools Experience working in a DoD or regulated environment Familiarity with STIG, RMF, or ATO processes (not required, but a plus)Basic understanding of CI/CD concepts and pipeline workflows Experience with Linux environments Familiarity with Git version control Exposure to scripting (Bash, Python, or similar) Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment Primarily on‑site in San Diego Telework available on a limited basis with approval Collaborative team environment supporting mission‑critical Navy systems Opportunity to learn from senior engineers and grow into a mid‑level CI/CD or DevSecOps role Why Join Us Hands‑on experience with real‑world CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines Exposure to modern container and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes/OpenShift) Opportunity to grow into a more senior engineering role Work that directly supports national defense and operational systems What Success Looks Like in This Role Able to support and troubleshoot pipelines with minimal oversight within first 3–6 months Contributing to automation and deployment improvements within first 6–9 months Growing into independent ownership of pipeline components within first year ODME is a Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer . ODME is subject to Executive Order 11246, which requires government contractors to take affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of their employment. In addition, we are subject to Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA), which requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment protected veterans. In order to comply with these laws, ODME invites applicants to voluntarily self‑identify their gender, race/ethnicity and protected veteran status. ODME does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual. ODME invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Policy (Link ) #J-18808-Ljbffr