Radar CI/CD Pipeline Developer - STARS

Radar CI/CD Pipeline Developer
Location: Huntsville, AL
Description:
Seeking a CI/CD Pipeline Developer with strong technical depth in automation and pipeline engineering. This role emphasizes building robust delivery pipelines within a GitLab?driven environment and supporting both Java and C++ development teams. The ideal candidate will combine CI/CD expertise with an understanding of software development workflows to ensure highly efficient, secure, and scalable delivery across the organization.

Responsibilities and Requirements

Architect, develop, and optimize CI/CD pipelines with a heavy emphasis on GitLab-centric workflows.
Collaborate with Java developers, C++ developers, testers, and infrastructure teams to streamline code integration and delivery.
Implement branching strategies, merge processes, and version control standards using Git and GitLab.
Enhance developer experience through automation, pipeline refinement, and environment consistency.
Support containerization and orchestration strategies (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes/OpenShift).
Maintain detailed documentation of pipeline architecture, configurations, and process workflows.

Required Skills

Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
Solid understanding of Git workflows and modern branching strategies.
Experience supporting Java-based applications or working directly with Java development teams.
Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm).
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse technical teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Detail-oriented, with a commitment to scalable and secure software delivery.
Must have an Active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance

Desired Skills

Significant experience using the GitLab environment for CI/CD pipeline creation, orchestration, and automation. Background in full-stack Java development or deep familiarity with Java-based architectures, build requirements, and dependency ecosystems
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a technical field and three+ (3+) years of more experience
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About HigherEchelon, Inc. HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions.

HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence. HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.

By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.