Data and Cloud Engineer

Position Overview

The Aerospace Corporation, a trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, is seeking a skilled Cloud-Native and Microservices Developer. As part of the Data-centric Platforms and Architectures Department, you will design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and resilient applications and data platforms in a cloud environment. This full-time role based in Colorado Springs, CO (100% onsite) offers the unique opportunity to work on innovative projects for defense, civil, and commercial space customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and collaborate with multi-functional teams to build and deploy prototypes supporting the customer’s mission using cloud services or on-premise infrastructure.
• Design data-intensive, cloud-native applications addressing some of the most challenging problems in the space enterprise.
• Interface directly with product owners and customers to refine solutions for complex challenges.
• Guide customers through assessments of legacy application environments and provide recommendations for modernization and migration to the cloud.
• Collaborate with National Security Space, United States Space Force, and other Department of Defense customers while staying up-to-date with emerging cloud technologies and industry best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• 8+ years of professional experience in software development, cloud-native development, or data architecture.
• Experience designing, developing, and implementing data-intensive cloud-native applications with a microservices architecture.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and design documents.
• Proficiency in building scalable microservices using programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go and developing robust RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and software upgrade skills to ensure optimal performance.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and the ability to obtain and maintain an active secret clearance (US citizenship is required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field.
• Knowledge of semantic data management or graph databases (e.g., Neo4J, AWS Neptune).
• Experience with creating and maintaining organizational data management policies.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL), ETL processes, data integration tools (Apache Airflow, Apache Spark, Denodo, or Palantir’s Warp Core), and familiarity with monitoring and tracing technologies.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Compensation Package: $129,000 - $193,500 Annual
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options
• 401(k) plan with company-paid benefits based on years of service
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect