Principal Software Engineer – DevSecOps, Embedded Communications

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Principal Software Engineer - DevSecOps developing embedded systems for military communications at Collins Aerospace. Collaborate with experts on next-gen software solutions and cutting-edge innovations.

Posted 5/26/2026full-timeCedar Rapids • California, Iowa, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerKubernetesLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop complex automation pipelines for embedded systems in air-gapped environments
Automate security testing and vulnerability scanning using static and dynamic application security tools (SAST/DAST)
Build and maintain containerized environments and applications
Design and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to ensure consistent and scalable infrastructure
Evaluate, select, and integrate cutting-edge DevSecOps tools and technologies
Build and maintain dashboards for observability and performance reporting
Mentor and advocate for DevSecOps best practices across the organization
Collaborate with cross-functional product development teams to deliver innovative solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active U.S. government-issued security clearance (must be transferable)
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Advanced programming expertise in Bash and Python
Proficiency with GitLab and GitLab Runners
Experience with containerization tools such as Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes
Advanced experience in Linux environments
Proficiency with JFrog Artifactory or equivalent artifact management tools
Solid working knowledge of IP networking and protocols
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

BashPythonGitLabGitLab RunnersDockerPodmanKubernetesLinuxJFrog ArtifactoryInfrastructure as Code

Soft Skills

mentoringadvocacycollaboration

Certifications

U.S. government-issued security clearance