Associate DevOps Engineer

KBR Careers; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 76,700 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Opportunities to work with AFRL

Job summary

KBR Careers in Colorado Springs, CO, is hiring an Associate DevOps Engineer to blend cloud tech with DevOps practices. You will build Helm charts for Kubernetes, create GitLab CI/CD pipelines, containerize apps, and resolve deployment issues.

This role requires a TS/SCI clearance, a CS degree, and strong Linux, Docker, and Git skills. Hybrid work with minimal travel, collaborating with AFRL and national security teams.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship.
• B.S. in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience building helm charts and Kubernetes API objects.
• Ability to write Dockerfiles and containerize applications.
• Proficient with GNU/Linux commands, shell, and Git.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy helm charts to Kubernetes clusters.
• Develop GitLab CI/CD pipelines to build, scan, publish, and deploy containers.
• Troubleshoot failed deployments and pipelines.
• Containerize custom applications.
• Design cloud-native network and system architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across tech stacks.

Skills

Linux command line

Shell scripting

Git version control

Independent problem solving

Research skills

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

GitLab CI/CD

Helm charts

Dockerfiles

Job description

Location: Colorado Springs, CO – Hybrid or Onsite

Title

Associate DevOps Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities.

Our KBR team in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an Associate DevOps Engineer. This role is pivotal in integrating cloud technologies with DevOps practices, requiring a blend of technical skills and operational acumen. As an Associate DevOps Engineer, your contributions will directly impact the success of our projects and the overall business outcomes we aim to achieve.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: At KBR, you'll be working on prototype projects that support the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory’s missions. The AFRL is the primary scientific research and development center for the Air Force. AFRL leads the discovery, development, and integration of affordable warfighting technologies for our air, space, and cyberspace force.
• Collaborative Environment: Our rapid prototyping environment requires that we empower and entrust our engineers to make high level decisions. We live the Agile values, prioritizing development team autonomy, face-to-face communication, and working code over processes and documentation.
• Impactful Work: Your work will directly support the Air Force in expanding national capabilities. As the Air Force's leader for National-to-Tactical capability development, AFRL collaborates with leading experts across the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, National Laboratories, industry, inter-agency, academia, and partner nations.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and deploy helm charts to Kubernetes clusters
• Develop GitLab CI/CD pipelines to build, scan, publish, and deploy containers and helm charts.
• Troubleshoot failed deployments and pipelines.
• Containerize custom applications.
• Design high-level architecture for cloud-native networks and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support a variety of tech stacks

Work Environment

• Location: Colorado Springs, CO – Hybrid or Onsite
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Flexible

Qualifications

Required

• Security Clearance: Must have an active U.S. government TS/SCI security clearance, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain
• Education: B.S. in Computer Science. Other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience or certification.
• Can build helm charts and Kubernetes API objects.
• Can write Dockerfiles and containerize applications.
• Experience with GNU/Linux commands, shell navigation, and Git version control.
• Can research and solve complex technical problems independently.

Desired

• Cloud Certifications like AWS CCP, AWS CSA, Azure SAE, Azure AA
• Competence in building pipelines, preferably with GitLab.
• Experience delivering a cloud native application.
• Experience with AWS or Azure cloud services.
• Familiarity with OAuth2, OIDC flows, or KeyCloak.
• Experience with IaC tools, especially Terraform.
• Experience deploying to air-gapped networks.
• Experience with Cert Manager, OpenSSL, and Public Key Infrastructure.
• Experience with event streaming services, especially Kafka

Basic Compensation

Basic Compensation: $76,700 - $115,000 (For Colorado Springs Only)

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Ready to Make a Difference

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.