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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Software Integrator - Level 3 or 4 (AHT) - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $103,600.0 - $155,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Confluence, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Github, Scrum Methodology, Regression Testing, Prometheus, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Google Cloud, Grafana, Git, Gitlab-ci, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Rancher, Atlassian Tools, Azure AKS, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gm3xj2 ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience - OR - PhD with 1 year of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. + Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with adjudicated Full-Scope polygraph is required at time of application + Proficient with Git, Linux and shell scripting and a basic understanding of Java + Understanding basic Docker concepts and Kubernetes services with the ability to debug using the command line and/or Rancher + Experience working with the Atlassian Suite of tools (Confluence, Jira) + Experience developing test procedures, and executing functional/check-out testing + Must have Sec+ Certification or equivalent prior to start Basic Qualifications for a Level 4: + Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience - OR - Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience - OR - PhD with 4 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. + Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with adjudicated Full-Scope polygraph is required at time of application + Proficient with Git, Linux and shell scripting and a basic understanding of Java + Understanding basic Docker concepts and Kubernetes services with the ability to debug using the command line and/or Rancher + Experience working with the Atlassian Suite of tools (Confluence, Jira) + Experience developing test procedures, and executing functional/check-out testing + Must have Sec+ Certification or equivalent prior to start Preferred Qualifications + Certifications such as **CKA** , **CKAD** , or **CNCF Certified Helm** . + Hands-on experience deploying services with Helm / Helmfile + Experience with CI/CD platforms (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) integrating Helm/Helmfile pipelines. + Experience in integration and test of ground station systems to include antenna and RF knowledge + Deep knowledge of Kubernetes best practices, security hardening, and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki). + Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) + Experience with data collection/instrumentation methods + Good Customer interaction and presentation skills. + Experience mentoring junior engineers or leading small project teams. ## Description We are looking for a seasoned Software System Integrator to join a cross-functional agile team. The role focuses on deploying and managing Kubernetes-based services, creating and maintaining configuration-management documentation, performing end-to-end system integration and validation, and automating regression testing. The ideal candidate is comfortable troubleshooting in a Linux environment, understands basic Docker and Java concepts, can debug services., + **Baseline Definition & Control** - Understand what code, configuration, and tools are in each official baseline. Ensure every baseline is reproducible and traceable (version tags, branches, build scripts). Manage change control into the baseline (only approved changes, proper review). + **Integration of Components -** Take software from multiple teams and deploy them into a single working build across multiple environments. Resolve integration conflicts and coordinate with developers to fix issues and clarify interface requirements. + **Configuration-Management Documentation** - Work closely with CM to ensure baselines are properly tagged, documented, and archived. Ensure each baseline is linked to requirements, change requests, and defect records. Maintain traceability, i.e., which features/fixes are in which baseline and when they were introduced + **Verification & Integration Testing Support -** Support integration and regression testing by providing stable, well-defined builds. Verify that integrated baselines are testable (correct configs, data, environment). Help triage defects discovered in integrated builds (is it integration, environment, or code issue?). + **Risk & Dependency Management -** Identify integration risks (late deliveries, unstable components, interface changes), coordinate priorities when multiple teams need changes in the same baseline, and help plan integration sequences (what integrates first, what depends on what) + **Agile Collaboration** - Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming within a cross-functional team. ## 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) - [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) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)