Modernization Engineer (Mid-level)
Overview
Design and modernize next generation combat systems for the U.S. Navy. Build a culture where innovation meets mission critical work. Work on real world projects that directly impact warfighter capabilities and mission success.
What You'll Do11
- 1Translate C/C++ code to memory safe Rust
- 2Ensure code is formatted linted and tested with code coverage
- 3Containerize legacy codebase with Docker and Kubernetes
- 4Replace antique messaging systems with Redpanda and Protobuf
- 5Set up services using Infrastructure as Code
- 6Bring modern tooling to local development workflows
- 7Design and build CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions
- 8Work on hardware software and services divisions
- 9Collaborate directly with leadership in flat organizational structure
- 10Contribute to projects that matter
- 11Live on bleeding edge and set up experiments to reinforce understanding
Requirements11
- 15+ years building ETL pipelines with Spark and Airflow
- 2Expertise in Rust
- 3Expertise with Kafka/Redpanda
- 4Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes
- 5Experience building CI/CD pipelines
- 6Knowledge of Terraform or Pulumi for deploying Infrastructure as Code
- 7Knowledge of Python
- 8Nice to have Experience with IoT devices and sensors
- 9Digital signal processing experience
- 10Geospatial analysis and GIS experience
- 11Familiar with working in monorepos
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