Senior Release Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Release Engineer role at Auria Space . This range is provided by Auria Space. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $170,000.00/yr - $195,000.00/yr Auria is looking to hire a Senior Release Engineer to join our amazing team to work on an Agile Development Team developing web‑based microservices for command and control of space operations deployed in a containerized environment. This role is HYBRID in Colorado Springs, CO OR Dayton, OH OR Herndon, VA. What you can expect to do Plan, coordinate, and execute monthly release cycles for the R2C2 program Develop, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines for mission applications Automate build, test, and deployment processes across secure environments Partner with Development, QA, and Operations teams to ensure release readiness Monitor and troubleshoot release issues to minimize downtime and risk Document release processes and provide guidance to engineering teams Team requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 5+ years of experience in release engineering, DevOps, or build/release management Strong knowledge of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps) Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills Ability to work in secure, mission‑critical environments supporting defense contracts Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance Team preferences Current U.S. Government TOP SECRET security clearance (required U.S. Citizenship) Experience with software development, test automation, and system automation that supports the development of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Configuration as Code (CaC), and Security as Code (SaC) Expertise with a modern software factory’s CI/CD processes, tools, and technologies (GitLab, Ansible, Terraform, Nexus, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes) Knowledge of secure software development methodologies and implementing full‑stack infrastructure with a Security First mindset Knowledge of security standards such as NIST 800‑171 and STIG Compliance Experience working in an Agile/Scrum team using tools to assist system development, such as Jira and Confluence, is highly desirable Pay transparency The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $170,000 - $195,000. Application deadline The deadline to apply to this role is January 27, 2026. The Auria team Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision. Benefits Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases Flex time provides you with the flexibility needed 11 Company‑Paid Holidays & Float days per year Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested Up to $5,250 per year on Education and Training Assistance Low‑cost medical plans that include company‑sponsored HSA No‑cost life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) And much more Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action‑Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Auria Space by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr