Cloud Developer Level 1

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

1. Core Development Functions
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.

Qualifications

1. Education Requirements

• Primary : BS in Computer Science Computer Engineering or related technical field
• Alternative : Bachelors degree with relevant coursework certifications or internship experience.
• Non-degree Path : Combination of technical boot camps certifications and relevant project experience.

1. 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.

1. Clearance Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain at least a Secret clearance within 6 months.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Working Conditions

1. Travel

• Up to 10% travel to meet Government requirements.
• Travel typically accompanied by senior team members.

1. 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

1. 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.

1. 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

1. Onboarding Period

• Comprehensive orientation to MS systems and processes.
• Assigned mentor from senior development team.
• Structured learning plan for first 90 days.

1. 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

1. 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.

1. 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.

Required Experience:

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