SAIC is seeking a CI/CD Pipeline Developer with strong technical depth in automation and pipeline engineering. Key Responsibilities: • Architect, develop, and optimize CI/CD pipelines with a heavy emphasis on GitLab-centric workflows. • Collaborate with Java developers, C++ developers, testers, and infrastructure teams to streamline code integration and delivery. • Implement branching strategies, merge processes, and version control standards using Git and GitLab. • Enhance developer experience through automation, pipeline refinement, and environment consistency. • Support containerization and orchestration strategies (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes/OpenShift). • Maintain detailed documentation of pipeline architecture, configurations, and process workflows. Required Education: • BS degree and 5+ years of relevant experience; four (4) years of experience accepted in lieu of degree. Required Skills: • Experience using the GitLab environment for CI/CD pipeline creation, orchestration, and automation. • Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell. • Solid understanding of Git workflows and modern branching strategies. • Experience supporting Java-based applications or working directly with Java development teams. • Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse technical teams. • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. • Detail-oriented, with a commitment to scalable and secure software delivery. Required Clearance: • Active Secret Security Clearance