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Description

The Data Management Division (DMD) is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Software Developer with expertise in cloud-native application development, cloud infrastructure management and in containerization and Kubernetes, to help design and develop on-line platforms, software tools, and data processing pipelines.

This position can support hybrid work. Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to our local market. (MD, DE, VA, PA, DC & WV).

This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Residence in order to meet ITAR requirements.

The annual salary range for this senior level role is $130,000 - $150,000. The posted salary range represents a general guideline; however, STScI considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers, such as internal pay equity, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's experience, education, and skill, and current market conditions.

The Role

The team leads the development of data management platforms to support the science of the astronomy community and development of data pipelines to support the Roman Space Telescope.

You will work in a cloud computing environment to maintain STScI’s position as a world leader in the development of high-quality software and science ready data products for astronomy to support astronomers around the world. You will work with a team of software developers and astronomers to deliver critical science products and data processing tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop scalable, reliable, and secure AWS native cloud applications

• Develop infrastructure configuration as IaC using technologies such as Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.

• Develop systems for the pipeline processing of astronomical data

• Implement CI/CD/CT pipelines to build, deploy, and test native cloud application code

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Software Engineering or a relevant field with a minimum of 8 years working experience in an AWS Cloud environment required for a senior level position.

You’re a creative, highly motivated, engaged and driven Cloud Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to advance state-of-the-art data management services. You can work across teams and organizations to develop a shared purpose, vision, and strategy for moving our missions forward. You have experience designing and securing applications by incorporating cloud architecture best practices, infrastructure as code, and automation to deploy high-quality services in an AWS cloud environment. You thrive in an environment that offers you significant freedom to develop novel solutions but you also have a proven commitment to excellence. You may have experience with data processing workflows/pipelines, Jupyter ecosystem, data archives, and working with cloud data storage management.

• Expertise in cloud-native application development, and cloud infrastructure management.

• Expertise in containerization and Kubernetes

• In-depth knowledge of AWS services (EC2, Lambda, DynamoDB, RDS, S3, API Gateway)

• Strong experience with AWS and proficiency in Python, Java, BASH, and IaC tools like Terraform and CloudFormation

• Strong experience with relational and cloud-based databases

• Proficient in building automation tools and CI/CD/CT pipelines using platforms like Ansible, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and CodePipeline

The starting position and salary are commensurate with education and experience. We offer an excellent and generous benefits package (https://www.stsci.edu/opportunities/benefits) .

TO APPLY: Share your experience by uploading a resume and completing an online application. Applications received by January 17, 2025 will receive full consideration. Applications received after this date will be considered until the position is filled.

STScI offers a flexible and welcoming workspace for all. (https://www.stsci.edu/opportunities/our-work/our-culture/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) STScI embraces the diversity of our staff as a strategic priority in creating a first-rate community. We reflect this deep dedication by strongly encouraging women, ethnic minorities, veterans, and disabled individuals to apply for these opportunities. Veterans, disabled individuals, or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process can contact us at careers@stsci.edu EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

As a leader in the astronomical community, AURA is committed to diversity and inclusion. AURA develops and supports programs that advance our organizational commitment to diversity, broaden participation, and encourage the advancement of diversity throughout the astronomical scientific workforce www.aura-astronomy.org/diversity.asp

As a recipient of U.S. Government funding, AURA is considered a government contractor subject to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, AURA and all of the centers do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender identity expression, lawful political affiliations, veteran status, disability, and any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws. The statements below, as well as the requests for self-identification, are required under these regulations. We encourage your participation in meeting these federal reporting requirements for protection and assisting us in our record-keeping and reporting. Your responses are kept strictly confidential.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)