Scientific Programmer III

GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC seeks a highly experienced remote Scientific Programmer III specializing in migrating scientific applications to a cloud environment. The candidate will support GAMA-1's growing Cloud Services practice. In particular, the successful candidate will help drive GAMA-1's efforts to support of its customers strategic initiatives.  These strategic cloud initiatives intend to increase the bureau's IT efficiency, improve IT delivery, and reduce costs.  
Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Non-Supervisory Role  

• Develop automation code for CI/CD tools such as GitLab Runner 
• Use Python to develop programs and docker containers and Kubernetes using CI/CD pipelines 
• Coordinate with users on Jira and Confluence project set up and customization 
• Work closely with cloud architects, developers, and engineers to ensure seamless deployment and integration of Kubernetes-based applications 
• Create and maintain robust documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration. 
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve issues occurring along the CI/CD pipeline to maintain smoother operations. 
• Research, design, deploy, provision, and document new technologies implemented within the environment 
• Implement modern ground systems and applications and underlying technology stacks 
• Participate with the Information Security partners and implement cybersecurity updates to the system 

• BS/BA in Computer Science, a Technical Field, or other related disciplines  
• 4-6 years’ experience migrating scientific applications from on-premise systems to a Cloud environment  
• Demonstrated experience programming in Python and experience with docker containers and Kubernetes using CI/CD pipelines 
• Demonstrated experience working in an agile/scrum team.
• Experience building and leveraging GitLab runners. 
• Experience with code-defined Infrastructure, configuration management tools, and CI/CD 
• Experience working with Cloud Service Providers, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platforms 
• Experience and understanding of large-scale infrastructure deployments in enterprise-wide environments leveraging DevOPS principles and utilizing a CI/CD pipeline 
• Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills 
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance 

• Federal government experience 
• 2+ years’ experience with Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) 
• This position requires a security clearance
• The base salary range for this position is: $111,447.07 -$152,559.89

This base salary range represents a general guideline. An individual’s base salary within that range is determined based on a variety of factors, including (without limitation) the scope, complexities, and responsibilities of the position, the government contract to which the position is assigned, geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills.

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).

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 the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of 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.