Telecommute Software Application Specialist

Parsons is seeking a Software Engineer to join our team in Las Cruces, New Mexico. In this role you will Help transition established waterfall practices to incremental DevOps delivery while maintaining required reviews, documentation, security, and configuration control. Responsibilities' include: Analyze, design, implement, test, and document software for high-profile satellite communications systems. Collaborate with developers, testers, configuration management, operations, systems engineers, and project managers to improve delivery and reliability. Support the transition from waterfall practices to incremental DevOps delivery; participate in Agile planning, backlog refinement, reviews, and continuous improvement. Use Git and GitLab for branching, merge requests, code review, and traceable source control; implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for builds, tests, packaging, and controlled releases. Use Jira to manage backlog items, requirements, defects, and delivery tasks and maintain traceability to code changes and test results. Develop automated unit, integration, and regression tests and incorporate appropriate checks into delivery pipelines. Troubleshoot build, test, release, and application issues; use logs and operational feedback to improve software and delivery workflows Automate repetitive tasks with scripts, document repeatable build and release procedures, and support release validation and rollback planning. Basic Qualifications: ~ Must be a U.S. citizen. ~ Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or be able to obtain one ~ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. ~5+ years of related professional experience; fewer years may be considered when supported by demonstrated software engineering capability and relevant hands-on DevOps experience. ~ Understanding of DevOps principles and demonstrated hands-on experience delivering software in a professional DevOps environment; coursework, certifications, or conceptual familiarity alone do not satisfy this requirement. ~ Experience using Git, GitLab collaboration workflows, and Jira for work tracking; practical experience implementing, modifying, or maintaining CI/CD pipelines and troubleshooting build, test, or release failures. ~ Experience collaborating across development, testing, and operations and applying Agile practices to plan, deliver, and improve software.