Junior Software Engineer

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Junior Software Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with K !

K ’s National Security Solutions team provides high‑end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

• Innovative Projects: K ’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work:
  Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

K  is seeking a highly motivated, junior Software Engineer with Dev Sec Ops  experience and background to be a part of the team that supports the Department of the Air Force advanced air platform testing and rapid development. This entry‑level role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in security, automation, and cloud technologies who wants to grow into a full Dev Sec Ops  career path.

• Location:
  
  On‑site
• Travel Requirements:
  Minimal 0‑20%
• Working Hours:
  
  Standard/Flexible (3 days in office)

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 1 to 3 years of programming and Dev Sec Ops  experience
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Experience with CI/CD systems, integration, and security (Git Hub Actions, Git Lab CI, Azure Dev Ops, Jenkins, etc.)
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Gitlab security features and/or container security

• Active Top Secret clearance
• Excellent interpersonal and intrateam communication skills
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Flight Simulation and/or Aerospace Engineering background

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at K . Let’s shape the future together.

K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or a flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

At K , we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.