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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Engineer Software - DevOps - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Melbourne, FL, United States - **Salary:** $98,400.0 - $147,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Active Directory, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Build Automation, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, CMake, Computer Networks, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Synchronization, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, DevOps, Domain Name System (DNS), Github, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Networking Basics, Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance), Routing, Windows PowerShell, Scrum Methodology, Rapid Prototyping Process, Release Management, Ansible, Oop Languages, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, YAML, Scripting, Load Balancing, ReactJS, Blazor, Ios Frameworks, Kubernetes Helm Charts, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Containerization, AngularJS, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Terraform, Domain Driven Design, Code Restructuring, Atlassian Bamboo, Docker, Vulnerability Analysis, Microservices - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9038766/principal-engineer-software-devops ## About the Role The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications. * Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and at least years' relevant experience, or STEM Master's degree with years' relevant experience, or a STEM PHD with years' relevant experience. * Proven experience developing software with an OOP language (C/C++, Python, Java). C# is a plus. * Proficiency with databases and APIs. * Experience building full-stack applications, including UI frameworks (React, Angular, Blazor) * Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes, * Experience creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. * Must have an active in scope government Secret security clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years). * Demonstrated success refactoring monolithic applications into micro-service architectures. * Familiarity with PostGresDB, specifically with data synchronization * DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or higher (ex. Security+ w/CE) * Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and leading sprint planning or retrospectives. * Familiarity with development tooling such as Git, CMake, Visual Studio, and Visual Studio Code. * Background in hardware-software integration or rapid prototyping projects. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, and JSON/YAML; basic familiarity with IaC tools such as Terraform or Ansible. * Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, cloud networking) to diagnose connectivity issues. ## Description Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in . This is a vital position in support of critical software design and development. Candidate will be responsible for supporting refactor of existing monolithic codebase into complaint micro-service architecture and serving as expert in refactoring databases. * Refactor existing monolithic codebases with databases into micro-service architectures using domain-driven design principles. * Create, configure, and manage CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Azure Pipelines, GitHub Actions) that automate build, test, containerization, and deployment. * Containerize services with Docker and deploy them to Kubernetes clusters maintaining Helm charts and handling scaling, upgrades, and troubleshooting. * Write reusable automation scripts and templates in YAML, PowerShell, Bash, and JSON to support continuous integration, security scanning, and release management. * Implement and manage core infrastructure services (e.g., DNS, DHCP, NAS, and Active Directory) * Understand and troubleshoot networking fundamentals (VLANs, firewalls, routing, load-balancing) that affect service connectivity and collaborate with network engineers as needed. ## Related Videos - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [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) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [CI/CD with Github Actions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/856-ci-cd-with-github-actions) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## 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) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)