Cloud DevSecOps Engineer III

Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning satellite communications company operating the world's only truly global voice and data network, delivering reliable connectivity anywhere on Earth. For more than 20 years, Iridium has powered mission-critical communications for governments, businesses, aviation, maritime, and the rapidly expanding Internet of Things.

Now part of Iridium, Aireon is the world’s only space-based air traffic surveillance system, providing real-time visibility of aircraft over oceans, the poles, and remote regions. Together, Iridium and Aireon are helping build a safer, more connected, and more efficient future for global aviation.

Join our team and help shape how the world stays connected. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where employees are empowered to innovate, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact.

What We’re Looking For:

If you enjoy solving technical challenges and developing secure, high-quality software solutions in a collaborative engineering environment, then you will be excited about the Cloud DevSecOps Engineer III opportunity with Iridium. As a Cloud DevSecOps Engineer III, you will independently develop, test, deploy, and maintain software applications and support cloud-based infrastructure for mission-critical systems. In this role, you will apply established engineering practices to implement secure and automated solutions, support software integration and deployment, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable and maintainable software. You will thrive in this position if you enjoy troubleshooting technical problems, learning new technologies, and improving software development and delivery processes within an Agile environment.

This position requires an active/current Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

What You’ll Do:

• Develop, test, enhance, and maintain assigned software applications and supporting cloud infrastructure in accordance with established requirements and designs
• Implement secure, reliable, and maintainable software and infrastructure solutions using established engineering practices and standards
• Participate in technical design discussions and code reviews, applying established architecture and security requirements
• Build, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve automated build, integration, testing, and deployment processes, including CI/CD pipelines
• Configure, maintain, and support cloud-based and containerized application environments using established tools and procedures
• Collaborate with software, systems, test, operations, cybersecurity, and infrastructure engineers to complete assigned development and integration activities
• Support software integration, testing, troubleshooting, deployment, and sustainment activities
• Apply established security practices to software development, infrastructure configuration, and deployment activities
• Participate in Agile/Scrum planning activities, sprint execution, backlog refinement, and software release planning
• Maintain accurate project status, technical documentation, and issue tracking using approved development tools
• Follow established engineering processes, including configuration management, change control, risk management, software quality, and secure development practices
• Communicate technical findings, progress, and issues clearly to teammates, management, and relevant stakeholders
• Identify and recommend improvements to software quality, security, automation, and team processes
• Share technical knowledge and contribute to team problem-solving and peer reviews

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering, cloud engineering, DevOps, DevSecOps, or a related technical discipline
• Experience developing, deploying, or supporting production-quality software throughout the software development lifecycle
• Experience working with cloud computing platforms and cloud-based application environments
• Experience with CI/CD processes, build automation, or automated software deployment
• Understanding of secure software development principles and practices
• Experience using source control, issue tracking, and collaborative development tools
• Experience working within Agile software development environments
• Ability to troubleshoot technical problems, evaluate options, and recommend practical solutions with guidance as appropriate
• Ability to understand technical requirements and architecture documentation
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical work, progress, and issues to colleagues and stakeholders
• Ability to build productive working relationships with colleagues and cross-functional partners
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess technical information, recognize issues, and develop solutions
• Willingness to seek and provide feedback and share knowledge with teammates
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned work, meet deadlines, and communicate when additional guidance or support is needed

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• Knowledge of infrastructure automation and cloud networking concepts
• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and secure software development practices
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools Knowledge of application security principles, vulnerability assessment, and secure coding practices (ie. certificate injections, token validation)
• Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)
• Familiarity with security analysis tools such as Fortify, SonarQube, or similar platforms
• AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional certification
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems and Bash scripting

We’ll also need you to:

• This position directly performs under, supports, or is exposed to a U.S. government contract. To comply with the requirements of that U.S. government contract, applicants for this position must be U.S. citizens

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium’s Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least four days per week (approximately 80%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed.

Base Pay Range: $100,000 - $130,000

Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors and this range represents an estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Base salary is only one part of our compensation package for this role. You may also be eligible for company stock and annual bonus. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid time off and paid holidays; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.