Scientific Programmer III

GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC is seeking a remote, highly experienced Scientific Programmer III to support the migration and modernization of scientific applications into cloud environments. The role supports GAMA-1’s growing Cloud Services practice, with a focus on improving scalability, performance, and reliability of mission-critical systems through cloud adoption and automation.

This role contributes to strategic cloud initiatives aimed at increasing IT efficiency, improving service delivery, and reducing operational costs through modern cloud-native solutions and streamlined deployment practices.

What You Will Do in This Role

The Scientific Programmer III is responsible for developing CI/CD automation, building Python-based containerized and Kubernetes applications, and supporting the deployment, integration, and security of modern cloud-based systems and environments.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain automation code supporting CI/CD tooling such as GitLab Runner
• Design and implement Python-based applications, containerized solutions, and Kubernetes workloads within CI/CD pipelines
• Coordinate with stakeholders on Jira and Confluence configuration, setup, and workflow customization
• Collaborate closely with cloud architects, developers, and engineers to ensure seamless deployment, integration, and operation of Kubernetes-based applications
• Develop and maintain clear, comprehensive technical documentation to enable knowledge sharing and operational continuity
• Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable and efficient delivery
• Research, design, deploy, provision, and document emerging technologies within the environment
• Implement and support modern ground systems, applications, and associated technology stacks
• Partner with Information Security teams to implement cybersecurity updates, enhancements, and system hardening measures

What You Will Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a technical field, or a related discipline
• 4 years of experience migrating scientific applications from on-premises systems to a cloud environment
• Demonstrated experience programming in Python, with hands-on experience using Docker containers and Kubernetes within CI/CD pipelines
• Demonstrated experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
• Experience building and leveraging GitLab Runners
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code, configuration management tools, and CI/CD practices
• Experience working with Cloud Service Providers, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
• Experience and understanding of large-scale infrastructure deployments in enterprise environments, leveraging DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal government experience is desired
• 2 years of experience with the Atlassian Suite, including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

• Ability to obtain a security clearance

Work Environment

• This work is normally completed in a remote environment

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's and client facilities

Travel Required

• No

Proficiency Requirement

• The employee is expected to demonstrate proficiency in all essential job functions, tools, and processes related to this position within the first 90 days of employment. This includes acquiring a thorough understanding of job-specific responsibilities, systems, and workflows as outlined during onboarding and training. Failure to meet this requirement may result in additional training, reassessment, or other actions as deemed necessary by management