Title:
Software Engineer I
KBR is seeking an early tenure Software Engineer to join a forward-looking high-performing team. KBR, headquartered in Houston Texas, is the primary Technical Services and Support Contractor (TSSC) to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for performing work at the Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center (Sioux Falls, SD). The multidisciplinary staff, in partnership with NASA, uses their unique expertise in remote sensing-based science and technologies to carry out research, data acquisition, information access, and management and archive preservation to provide satellite ground imagery data to users and science organizations around the world. This effort represents the world's longest continuously acquired collection of petabyte scale space-based moderate-resolution land remote sensing data with over fifty years of imagery.
We are currently in the process of extending our IT Infrastructure capabilities to the public cloud. If you are an agile learner, have hands-on experience architecting and implementing secure, reliable & resilient hybrid-cloud solutions and able to function as part of a highly technical, cross functional team, we would like to hear from you.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in the evaluation, implementation, and deployment of processes & capabilities to advance hybrid-cloud strategy for KBR's customers
Work in team environment to architect full hybrid-cloud solutions including preparing cost estimates
Work closely with the architects and engineers to design networks, systems, and storage environment that effectively reflect business needs, budget, security requirements, and service level requirements for KBR's customers
Monitor cloud costs on daily, weekly, and monthly basis
Provide cloud cost analysis in active cloud accounts
Work with engineering and architecture teams to design and implement scalable software services that meet customer budget
Automate cost analysis with dashboards, scripts, or other cloud cost tools
Ability to lead and develop interns
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree required by July 1, 2024
Proficient in developing scripts using scripting languages
High proficiency using CloudCheckr to provide detailed cost analysis
Basic knowledge in the use of Linux
Familiarity with basic AWS services
Familiarity AWS costs
Proven ability to work across teams in a distributed environment
Outstanding verbal and written communication
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
The ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Strong aptitude to learn and passion for problem solving
PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, MIS or Engineering preferred
Experience with agile techniques and methods
Proficient in the use of Python
Experience building executive level presentations explaining data analysis
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Three years of continuous residency in the US
The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain a badge for government facility access and user accounts
Performing duties onsite at USGS EROS facility, Sioux Falls, SD is preferred
Experience and/or Education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability to meet these requirements
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.
Inclusion and Diversity at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver - Together.
Click here to learn more: Inclusion and Diversity at KBR (https://www.kbr.com/en/who-we-are/our-people/inclusion-and-diversity)
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
