Associate Software Engineer

Description:

Company Description:

Prime Solutions Group (PSG), Inc. is an innovative digital engineering company founded in 2007 and headquartered in Goodyear, AZ. We specialize in advanced sensing, AI/ML, and digital engineering solutions, partnering with many of the nation’s leading defense companies to deliver mission-critical technology. Our work spans the full system lifecycle—from R&D to operational deployment—supporting the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and federal partners.

At PSG, you’ll join a small, agile, and highly skilled team where your expertise has a direct impact. You’ll collaborate with some of the largest and most respected defense organizations while shaping next-generation technology.

Position Description

Prime Solutions Group (PSG) is looking for an Associate Software / DevOps Engineer to join our growing team in Goodyear, AZ. This is an entry-level role designed for recent graduates or early-career engineers who are excited to learn, build, and grow in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to help build and maintain modern software pipelines, cloud-based infrastructure, and automation tools that support critical national security systems. If you enjoy coding, problem-solving, and learning new technologies—this is a great place to start your career.

What You’ll Do:

• Help build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (automated build, test, and deployment systems)
• Work with tools like Git, Docker, and Jenkins/GitLab to support software delivery
• Assist with automation and scripting (Python, Bash) to improve workflows
• Learn and support Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
• Collaborate with software engineers to improve development and deployment processes
• Participate in Agile/Scrum team meetings, sprint planning, and standups
• Monitor builds and deployments, troubleshoot issues, and suggest improvements
• Document your work and contribute to team knowledge sharing

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship (required for clearance eligibility)
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance with SCI and CI Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience (internships and projects count!)
• Basic understanding of: Linux command line, Programming or scripting (Bash, Python, or similar), Git/version control, and Software development or DevOps concepts
• A strong willingness to learn, ask questions, and grow
• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills

Nice to Have (But Not Required)

• Internship, lab, or personal project experience in software or DevOps
• Exposure to tools like: Jenkins, CircleCI, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Docker, Kubernetes, ArgoCD, Helm, Ansible, Terraform, or similar automation frameworks
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Interest in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.)

Why Start Your Career at PSG?

At PSG, you’re not just filling a role—you’re shaping the future of digital engineering. We offer a small-company environment where your ideas matter, combined with the opportunity to support some of the government’s most advanced technology programs.

We Offer:

• Mentorship from experienced engineers
• Professional development & tuition assistance
• Flexible 9/80 work schedule
• Small, collaborative team where your work makes an impact
• Opportunity to support critical national security programs

Build Your Future With Us

If you’re ready to turn your degree and curiosity into real-world experience, apply today and start building the next generation of secure, scalable software systems.

Salary Description

Salary range starts at $75,000, with the potential for higher compensation based on experience, skills, and mission needs.