Full-Time

Cloud Architect Technical Lead

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General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Cybersecurity
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$211.2k - $243.8kAnnually

Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Must reside in CONUS.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Cloud Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Docker
AWS
REST APIs
Oracle
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI Eligibility
  • Google Cloud or other Cloud certifications (i.e. AWS, Azure, Oracle, etc)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, OR additional work experience in lieu of degree
  • 15 years of relevant experience overall
  • 5 years of experience in engineering or cloud
  • 3 years of experience as an engineer or engineering manager
  • Experience with scalable networking technologies (such as Load Balancers, Firewalls) and web standards (such as REST APIs, web security mechanisms)
  • Experience with deployment and orchestration technologies (such as Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Experience designing, building, and deploying scalable cloud-based solution architectures
  • Experience working with and managing external partners/customers, especially Federal/DOD customers
  • Understanding of open source server software
  • Experience with US Government Contracts
Responsibilities
  • Designs and defines Cloud Solutions architecture for new or existing Cloud systems services
  • Provides business strategy, solution development and technical guidance to develop business and market solutions that align with cloud service offerings from the cloud service provider
  • Serve as technical advisor to large Contract, supporting customers and solving complex Cloud Infrastructure and technical challenges
  • Create and deliver best practices recommendations, tutorials, and technical presentations adapting to different levels of key business and technical stakeholders
  • Provide highly technical implementation support in customer environments, including guidance on implementation feasibility of cross-product integrations
  • Support technical accreditation requirements
Desired Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI
  • Advanced Google Cloud Certifications (i.e. Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect)

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company stands out by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings, aiming to lead in defense technology evolution.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$29.2M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • U.S. Space Force's $10M funding boosts General Dynamics' space-based defense capabilities.
  • GDIT's $5.6B Air Force contract enhances secure global information sharing solutions.
  • Gulfstream's contract with U.S. Air Force indicates strong demand for aerospace services.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach exposes vulnerabilities in General Dynamics' cybersecurity measures.
  • Increased competition from Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman in defense spending.
  • Reliance on antimony poses supply chain risks amid geopolitical tensions.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics excels in integrating AI and autonomous systems into defense products.
  • The company offers a diverse portfolio across aerospace, marine, combat, and technology sectors.
  • Gulfstream jets set industry standards for performance and luxury in business aviation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget