DevOps Engineer

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to support agile software and data engineering efforts by enhancing DevOps pipelines, automating infrastructure, and driving best practices for cloud-native deployments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), container orchestration, and enterprise-level DevOps environments. This role requires collaboration with engineers, security teams, and operations to ensure scalable, reliable, and secure deployment processes.

Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with Chief Engineer and technical teams to integrate DevOps best practices into existing and new software development efforts

• Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform to version control and automate environment setup

• Containerize Java and Python applications for deployment in Kubernetes, ensuring high availability, scalability, and resource efficiency

• Utilize AWS services (e.g., EKS, Lambdas, EMR, ECR, VPC) for secure, scalable, and cost-efficient deployment

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for application delivery, incorporating zero-downtime deployment strategies

• Integrate security tools and scanners into the build pipeline in collaboration with ISSE and security stakeholders

• Automate resource autoscaling and scheduling to optimize cloud usage and reduce operational costs

• Support multi-cloud and hybrid environments, ensuring smooth DevOps operations across domains

• Write and maintain configuration files and scripts to support runtime application configurations and DevOps tools

• Document technical processes and maintain traceability in alignment with Agile methodologies

Required Qualifications:

• 4–7 years of hands-on experience in a DevOps Engineering role

• Strong experience with Kubernetes and Helm Charts for orchestration and package management

• Proficiency with Docker and/or Podman for containerization and image lifecycle management

• Advanced knowledge of AWS Services, especially EKS, Lambda, EMR, ECR, VPC

• Demonstrated expertise in Terraform for managing infrastructure as code

• Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, Bash, Groovy)

• Familiarity with security compliance tools and practices in CI/CD pipelines

• Strong team collaboration and communication skills in Agile development environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting multi-tenant and multi-cloud environments

• Background integrating DevSecOps principles into CI/CD workflows

• Knowledge of GitOps practices, GitLab/GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or other orchestration tools

• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack

• Certification in AWS, Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), or Terraform

Tech Stack & Tools:

• IaC & CI/CD: Terraform, Helm, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD

• Containers & Orchestration: Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, Helm

• Cloud: AWS (EKS, Lambda, VPC, EMR, ECR)

• Languages: Python, Bash, YAML, JSON

• Security & Monitoring: SonarQube, Aqua, Prometheus, Grafana

Why Join Us?

• Work on critical, mission-driven programs

• Embrace innovation in DevOps with modern toolsets

• Collaborate across a multidisciplinary technical team

• Flexible, Agile environment with room to grow