About the Opportunity

The Scientific Programmer II is responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining software applications, automation solutions, and cloud-native technologies that support operational, scientific, and mission-focused objectives in a remote work environment. This role develops CI/CD automation, builds Python-based containerized and Kubernetes applications, and supports the deployment, integration, security, and continuous improvement of modern cloud-based systems and environments.

Success in this role is demonstrated through the delivery of scalable, secure, and reliable software and cloud-native solutions that drive mission success and operational excellence.

What You Will Do in This Role

The Scientific Programmer III develops and maintains Python-based applications, automation solutions, and cloud-native technologies that enable secure, scalable, and efficient software delivery and system integration.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain automation solutions supporting CI/CD platforms and tooling, including GitLab Runner.
• Develop, test, debug, and maintain Python-based applications, automation solutions, containerized solutions, and Kubernetes workloads in accordance with software development best practices.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Design and implement Python-based applications, containerized solutions, and Kubernetes workloads integrated within CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cloud architects, developers, and engineers to ensure seamless deployment, integration, and operation of Kubernetes-based applications.
• Partner with stakeholders to configure, customize, and support Jira and Confluence environments, workflows, and processes.
• Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable and efficient delivery.
• Research, design, deploy, provision, and document emerging technologies within the environment.
• Implement and support modern ground systems, applications, and associated technology stacks.
• Develop and maintain clear, comprehensive technical documentation to enable knowledge sharing and operational continuity.
• Partner with Information Security teams to implement cybersecurity updates, enhancements, and system hardening measures.

What You Will Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a technical field, or a related discipline
• 0 - 2 years of experience migrating scientific applications from on-premises systems to a cloud environment
• Demonstrated experience programming in Python, with hands-on experience using Docker containers and Kubernetes within CI/CD pipelines
• Demonstrated experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
• Experience building and leveraging GitLab Runners
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code, configuration management tools, and CI/CD practices
• Experience working with Cloud Service Providers, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
• Experience and understanding of large-scale infrastructure deployments in enterprise environments, leveraging DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal government experience is desired
• 0-2 years of experience with the Atlassian Suite, including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

• Ability to obtain a security clearance.

• This work is normally completed in a remote environment.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's and client facilities.

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• The employee is expected to demonstrate proficiency in all essential job functions, tools, and processes related to this position within the first 90 days of employment. This includes acquiring a thorough understanding of job-specific responsibilities, systems, and workflows as outlined during onboarding and training. Failure to meet this requirement may result in additional training, reassessment, or other actions as deemed necessary by management.

Why GAMA-1

GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work). For more GAMA-1 Corporate benefits information click here.

ABOUT GAMA-1

GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on using industry and agency standards, establishing and performing with standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com.

GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.