Principal DevOps Developer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain production backend applications for the ServiceNow platform using Java
• Deploy and manage services in cloud environments, with an emphasis on AWS
• Analyze data, code, and system processes to identify and resolve technical issues
• Identify and implement best-practice solutions aligned with client needs
• Provide operational support for custom development and third-party integrations
• Conduct unit testing and troubleshoot code defects
• Support the creation of technical design documentation and architecture diagrams

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ additional years of software development experience in lieu of a degree
• 7+ years of hands-on software development experience
• Proficiency in backend Java development
• Experience with at least one scripting language (e.g., Ruby, Python, Perl, Bash, JavaScript)
• Solid understanding of Linux operating systems (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Debian)
• Possess a current DoD Approved 8570 IAT Level II Certification (e.g., Security+ CE)

Nice to Have

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes or ECS
• Experience with cryptographic protocols and PKI, including SSL and TLS certificate management
• Knowledge of secret and credential management tools like HashiCorp Vault
• Understanding of Access Control Policies and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
• Experience working with the ServiceNow platform

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of software development experience
• Current/active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph