We are seeking a highly skilled Resiliency Automation Engineer to
join our team supporting embedded systems development in a
regulated environment. This role will blend software engineering
expertise, automation, and toolchain development to ensure our
codebase is stable, secure, and maintainable.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with development,
verification, and operations teams to build and maintain CI/CD
pipelines, static analysis workflows, and deployment environments.
You will participate in all phases of the application development
lifecycle and will be involved in key decisions regarding software
design and technology selection including hands-on development
activities.
Requirements:
- BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer
Engineering, or a related field with 8 years of relevant
experience; OR MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems
and/or Engineering, or Acquisition Management with 5 years of
experience; OR Ph.D. with 2 years of experience.
You have a willingness to travel (25%) outside of your office
location to other SEI offices, sponsor sites, conferences, and
offsite meetings.
You will be subject to a background investigation, and you must
have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War (DoW)
security clearance.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong ability to analyze source code and identify quality
concerns, architecture challenges and security weaknesses.
- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated
workflows for embedded software projects written in C, C++ and
Java.
- Integrate and manage static analysis tools (e.g., SonarQube,
CppCheck, Clang-Tidy) to monitor code quality, enforce coding
standards, and identify defects early in the lifecycle.
- Collaborate with development and verification leads to
incorporate automated test, build, and deployment processes into
embedded firmware and software systems.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration
management (e.g., using Docker and Kubernetes) for test, staging,
and production environments.
- Provide guidance on best practices for software engineering,
code quality, maintainability, and scalability in an embedded
systems context.
- Collaborate with teams from multiple organizations to support
integrated system delivery, ensuring the build and toolchain
workflows align with mission requirements.
- Relevant recent experience, within the last 3 years, working on
a large software development program.
- Deep familiarity with general Linux operating system concepts,
embedded RTOSes and development environments.
- Knowledge of how to apply system engineering principles to
system software development.
Desired Experience:
- Experience with Java in a DevOps or automation context.
- Prior work in regulated or mission-critical environments.
(e.g., aerospace, defense, embedded systems)
- Familiarity with observability, logging, and monitoring tools
as part of the software delivery lifecycle.
- Experience mentoring or leading junior engineers and
contributing to tool chain or process improvements.
Why work here?
- Be a part of a world-class organization that has significant
impacts on software in government.
- Work with cutting-edge technologies and leading experts to
solve critical government challenges.
- Publish your research, attend or present at prestigious events,
and enjoy annual professional development opportunities.
- Get access to university resources, including campus fitness
facilities, mindfulness programs, childcare, free transportation on
the Port Authority Transit System, and more.
- Take advantage of paid parental and military leave.
- Work in the heart of Oakland, a few blocks from Carnegie Mellon
University and the University of Pittsburgh.
- Qualify for relocation assistance.
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional
benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of
benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and
vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer
contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits , take well-deserved breaks with
ample paid time off and observed holidays , and rest easy with life and accidental
death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus
pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate
childcare needs, fitness center access , and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore
our Benefits page .
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending
offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and
responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge
gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique
skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about
more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your
professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an
exceptional organization?! Apply today!
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Software/Applications Development/Engineering
Position Type
Staff – Regular
Full Time/Part time
Full time
Pay Basis
Salary
More Information:
- Please visit “ Why Carnegie Mellon ” to learn more about
becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change
the world.
- Click here to view a listing of employee benefits
- Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/Veteran .
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