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Software Engineer - Kubernetes

Jacobs

Location

Chantilly, VA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

$135,000 - $175,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Software Engineer - Kubernetes role at Jacobs focuses on developing scalable, automated solutions for the intelligence community. The position is part of Knack Works, a subsidiary dedicated to addressing the evolving demands of national security. The team emphasizes collaboration and innovation, fostering a culture that encourages growth. This role requires a strong background in cloud technologies and DevOps, particularly with Kubernetes.

Requirements

  • Must work onsite in Chantilly, VA.
  • U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.
  • Experience with cloud technologies and DevOps, specifically AWS.
  • Strong experience in Kubernetes.
  • Proficient in GO, Python, and Java.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, test, and deploy solutions within cloud and on-prem technologies using DevOps techniques.
  • Interface with microservices and event-driven architectures.
  • Collaborate with other engineers to design and implement features.
  • Mentor less experienced software engineers.
  • Proactively recommend automation for manual processes.

Benefits

  • Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

55

FY2026

Approval rate

98.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

32

FY2026

Entry-level share

18.8%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+57%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-80%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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