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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer, DevSecOps Specialist - Active Secret (Onsite) - **Company:** Collins Aerospace - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Software Applications, Confluence, JIRA, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Collaborative Software, Computer Programming, Linux, Embedded Software, Monitoring of Systems, Internet Protocol, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Network Protocols, Ansible, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Multithreading, Scripting, Delivery Pipeline, Grafana, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Low Latency, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, Puppet, Restful APIs, Terraform, Devsecops, Atlassian Bamboo, Docker, Jenkins, Artifactory - **Published:** May 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/sr.-embedded-software-engineer-devsecops-specialist-active-secret-onsite-chicago-illinois/2782956133-2/ ## About the Role * Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience * Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance * Proven programming experience in Bash, Python, developing scripts and automation for complex workflows. * Hands-on experience with Git version control (e.g., BitBucket, GitLab) in collaborative software development. * Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines (Bamboo, Jenkins, or similar) for building, testing, and deploying software. * Experience developing and deploying containerized applications using Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, or equivalent. * Demonstrated proficiency in Linux environments, including scripting, configuration, and software deployment. * Familiarity with software artifact management tools such as JFrog Artifactory or equivalents. Qualifications We Prefer: * Experience with configuration management (Ansible, Chef, Puppet) and Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform). * Familiarity with observability/monitoring tools (Grafana) and RESTful API integration. * Strong Linux and application administration skills, with knowledge of software development lifecycle practices and configuration management processes. * Comfortable programming in C, C++, and Java, with experience in multi-threaded embedded application software and communication systems. * Knowledge of IP networking and networking protocols. * Experience with Atlassian tool administration (Jira, Confluence) and Agile team environments. * Strong team collaboration skills, commitment to meeting project milestones, and producing high-quality results. ## Description Join a team that's shaping the future of military communications. We're looking for a Senior DevSecOps Software Engineer to help build cutting-edge systems that keep our military personnel safe, connected, and informed. Work alongside industry experts on next-generation embedded software, advanced satellite communications, cryptography, and state-of-the-art computing architectures. You'll develop resilient, high-performance networks for UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles-featuring low latency, high throughput, anti-jamming capabilities, mobile ad hoc operations, and secure IP connectivity. If you're ready to push the boundaries of embedded software and communications technology, this is the opportunity for you! What You Will Do * Develop DevSecOps pipelines for our embedded systems in air-gapped environments * Integrate tooling, apps, and scripts into the development pipelines * Participate in the selection of DevSecOps technologies to enable automation for product development teams * Develop applications and scripts to support integration of software updates. * Integrate the automation of test, deployment, and software artifact generation in pipelines * Collaborate with cross-functional product development teams * Work in an agile environment (SAFe) ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Real-World Security for Busy Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1545-real-world-security-for-busy-developers) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)