• Software Configuration Analyst 3

    PDS Defense (Chandler, AZ)


    IT/Technical

    **Software Configuration Analyst 3** Chandler, AZ Posted: 11/4/2025

    Job Description

    Job ID#:

    214196

    Job Category:

    IT/Technical

    Position Type:

    Associate - W2

    Duration:

    52

    Shift:

    1

     

    PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Software Configuration Analyst 3, in Chandler, AZ. Job ID#214196

    Job Description:

    Seekiing a Software Build Manager. As a Software Build Manager working for the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) Program, you will play a pivotal role in performing software development for our program. This position will serve on-site at Launch Systems in Chandler, AZ.

    Responsibilities:

    Manage multiple software releases for the GPI program through build automation/pipelines in a Software Factory. Deploy releases onto High Performance Computing (HPC) clusters and assist with data processing, archiving/logging, and analysis.

    Basic Qualifications

    1. Technical Skills

    • Build Tools: Proficiency in build automation tools such as Make, Maven, Gradle, or Ant.

    • Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.

    • Version Control Systems: Strong knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git, including branching strategies and workflows.

    • Scripting Languages: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Ruby for automating build processes.

    • Containerization: Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.

    • Static and Dynamic Analysis Tools: Understanding of tools for code quality and security analysis (e.g., SonarQube, Valgrind).

    2. Development Skills

    • Programming Languages: Knowledge of programming languages relevant to the projects (e.g., C/C++, Python).

    • Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC): Understanding of the software development lifecycle, particularly in agile and DevOps environments.

    3. Process Management

    • Build Process Optimization: Ability to analyze and optimize build processes for efficiency and performance.

    • Dependency Management: Knowledge of managing dependencies and resolving conflicts in software projects.

    • Release Management: Experience in managing the release process, including versioning, tagging, and deployment strategies.

    4. Collaboration Skills

    • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with developers, QA engineers, and operations teams to ensure smooth build and deployment processes.

    • Documentation: Strong documentation skills to create and maintain build process documentation, guidelines, and best practices.

    5. Problem-Solving Skills

    • Troubleshooting: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve build and integration issues.

    • Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to identify potential issues in build configurations and scripts.

    6. Soft Skills

    • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

    • Time Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

    7. Education and Experience

    • Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

    • Experience: Proven experience in software build management, DevOps, or continuous integration roles (typically 3+ years).

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience in managing large data sets.

    • Parallel Computing: Familiarity with parallel programming models like MPI (Message Passing Interface), OpenMP, and CUDA for GPU-based computing.

    • Performance Optimization: Skills in profiling and optimizing code for better performance on HPC systems (e.g., using tools like Gprof, Valgrind, or Intel VTune).

    • Storage Architecture Knowledge: Understanding file systems such as Lustre, GPFS, or HDFS and strategies for efficient data storage and retrieval in HPC environments.

    • Distributed Computing Tools: Familiarity with frameworks such as Hadoop, Spark, or Dask for handling distributed datasets.

     

    Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

    Job Requirements

    Minimum Security Clearance:

    Secret

     

    VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

     

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    + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

    + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

    + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

     

    VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled