Development Operations Engineer 1 - (Kubernetes, Linux, Containerization)

Akina Inc

Annapolis (MD)

On-site

USD 166,000 - 203,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

PTO 24 days yearly
11 federal holidays
401k 10% company contribution
Healthcare covered 100% for employee
Educational assistance

Job summary

Akina Inc. in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, is seeking a Development Operations Engineer 1 with TS/SCI - Polygraph clearance for 24/7 on-call support. Responsibilities include administering SIGINT systems, integrating with enterprise databases, and maintaining documentation.

The role requires 4 years in deployments, Linux, and containerization, with BS or MS in engineering/CS as options. The position offers a robust compensation package, on-site work in Annapolis Junction, and a focus on

Qualifications

  • Four (4) years of experience with software and system deployments, Linux system administration, containerization, cloud deployments, Development Security Operations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform system administration, maintenance, upgrades, installation, test, integration, and configuration of SIGINT survey, collection, and geo-location systems and software.
  • Provide Tier-3 technical and engineering support, troubleshooting system failures or performance degradations and restoring equipment to full operational capability.
  • Deliver 24×7 call-in support for critical operational system discrepancies.
  • Integrate, test, and optimize SIGINT systems with enterprise-wide infrastructures, services, and databases.
  • Develop, maintain, and disseminate technical documentation, procedures, and knowledge-base articles.

Skills

Kubernetes
Linux
Containerization
DevSecOps
Cloud deployments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
MS in Engineering or CS (optional substitution)

Job description

Development Operations Engineer 1 - (Kubernetes, Linux, Containerization)
  • Annapolis Junction, Maryland

Development Operations Engineer 1 - (Kubernetes, Linux, Containerization)

Clearance: TS/SCI - Polygraph required
Position ID: 11-8863-DEVOPS1
Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland

Description:

Perform system administration, maintenance, upgrades, installation, test, integration, and configuration of VLP/LF/MF/HF/VHF/UHF/Wireless SIGINT survey, collection, and geo-location systems and software – including prototypes, development builds, operational-testing units, test rigs, and laboratory-environment products.

Provide Tier-3 technical and engineering support, troubleshooting system failures or performance degradations and restoring equipment to full operational capability.

Deliver 24×7 call-in support for critical operational system discrepancies.

Integrate, test, and optimize SIGINT systems with enterprise-wide infrastructures, services, and databases.

Develop, maintain, and disseminate technical documentation, procedures, and knowledge-base articles.

Assist government engineers in creating, updating, and managing system-product-line standards and associated databases.

Position Required Skills:

  • Four (4) years' experience with software and system deployments, Linux system admin, containerization, cloud deployments, DevSecOps.
  • Recent experience within the last three (3) years in Kubernetes.
  • Recent experience within the last three (3) years in cluster orchestration.
  • Recent experience within the last three (3) years containerization.
  • Be available for 24/7 call-in support for operational system critical discrepancies.
  • Willing to travel for information system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

DEVOPS1 Qualifications:

Four (4) years of experience with software and system deployments, Linux system administration, containerization, cloud deployments, Development Security Operations.

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Computer Science.

May substitute four years' experience in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.

May substitute two years' experience with MS in Engineering or CS.

Salary Range: $166k-$203k (Annually)

The range displayed above is a likely salary range for this position. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possible contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

  • We offer a generous compensation package that includes 24 days PTO accrued annually and 11 federal holidays.
  • Our 401k is 100% vested on your start date and the company makes a direct contribution worth 10% of your salary.
  • Akina covers 100% of healthcare costs for employees and 50% toward dependents.
  • We offer educational assistance towards college classes and will cover costs associated with job related training and certifications.

Akina is committed to excellence and creating innovative and flexible solutions for our clients. We are a small company with an open ear to our employees' needs in order to attract and retain quality talent that enables our customer's mission.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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