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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Computer Scientist - **Company:** KBR Inc - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Windows Software Trace Preprocessor, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Devsecops - **Published:** June 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6af0039bb79858df ## About the Role Do you have experience in Windows?, * Computer science degree from accredited university. * 10-20 years of experience. * Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD secret clearance. * Programming experience in Python and C/C++. * Experience with GIT, Gitlab, or DevOps (or similar) required. * Experience with containerization and Kubernetes required. * Linux and Windows software development environments experience. * Experience with missile defense systems is highly desirable. * Experience in physics-based models and simulations preferred. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members, leadership, and customers. ## Description KBR's Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide., As a Senior Computer Scientist, you will play a critical role performing research, developing models and simulations, optimizing software efficiency, and analyzing results. You will work as part of a collaborative team of engineers and software developers to develop models and simulations of defense systems. Applicants will also be tasked with developing a simulation framework to ensure operability between various simulations including developing, testing, and maintaining interfaces and APIs. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and enjoys researching and developing new skills., * Develop software in conjunction with engineering team to simulate defensive systems. * Lead software development teams. * Use configuration management tools such as GIT, Gitlab, or DevOps as part of the software development process. * Use Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CI/CD), DEVSECOPs, and Agile processes to meet development goals. * Develop containers and Kubernetes for software deployments. * Optimize software for run-time performance. * Lead simulation framework activities including development of APIs. * Perform software testing. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [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) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [Grappling With Clunky Old Software? 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