Devops Engineer

Wyetech, LLC; Columbia (MD); Ibrido; USD 79.000 - 173.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

PTO up to 200 hours annually

Hybrid work model

Life and AD&D Benefits

Employee referral bonus up to $10,000

Descrizione del lavoro

Wyetech, LLC is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join a fast-paced development team. The role emphasizes Kubernetes, AWS, CI/CD, and automation, with hybrid work averaging 2–3 days per week in the Columbia, MD office or Ft. Meade, MD customer sites.

The candidate should have 5+ years in DevOps or 3+ years with a Master's, strong scripting in Python/Bash/Go, and DoD 8140/8570 compliance or the ability to obtain Security+ within 30 days of hire. U.S. citizenship required.

Competenze

• Five (5) or more years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development with a related Bachelor's degree; or three (3) years with a Master's; or nine (9) years with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.
• Experience with AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and deployment/management.
• Experience with Terraform and Ansible for configuration management.
• Ability to develop in Python, Bash, or Go.
• Proficiency with Git, Flux, and related deployment tools.

Mansioni

• Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS, especially EKS.
• Automate deployment processes and implement CI/CD pipelines for reliability and rapid scaling.
• Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate applications into the operational infrastructure.
• Monitor production systems and troubleshoot complex issues to maintain high availability.

Conoscenze

Kubernetes

AWS

Terraform

Python

Ansible

Git

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Strumenti

EKS

Terraform

Ansible

Git

Flux

Descrizione del lavoro

Wyetech is a small business founded in June 2007, built on a simple vision that hasn’t changed since day one: hire awesome people, compensate them well, and channel their enthusiasm into making customers happy. That commitment shows up in our benefits, including a best-in-class retirement plan: Wyetech contributes the equivalent of 20% of your salary to your SEP IRA, helping you build real long-term financial security. Our mission is to give employees the best possible environment to thrive while delivering stellar services and solutions for our customers and their missions. We call it engineering happiness: for our customers, and shared by the talented team that makes it happen.

DevOps Engineer – Hybrid (Secret Clearance)

Job Description

Wyetech is seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join a fast-paced development team. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Kubernetes and Container Orchestration, Configuration Management, CI/CD, Automation, AWS, Linux systems administration, Scripting in Bash and Programming in Python, and a background in Big Data solutions.

The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and ensuring the monitoring, reliability and scalability of services. Work is performed in a hybrid environment, averaging 2–3 days per week in person.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS, especially EKS.

• Automate deployment processes and implement CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliability and rapid scaling of services.

• Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS.

• Collaborate closely with development teams to seamlessly integrate their applications into the operational infrastructure.

• Monitor production systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and resolve them rapidly to maintain high availability.

• Continuously improve processes and tools to optimize system performance.

• Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, constantly exploring innovative ways to improve infrastructure.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or three (3) years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in a related field; or a High School Diploma or equivalent and nine (9) years of relevant experience.

• Strong knowledge of one or more of the following:

  • Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.

  • AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.

  • Configuration management tools such as Terraform and Ansible.

  • Application, container, and OS deployment, scaling, and management.

• Ability to develop in Python, Bash, or Go.

• Familiarity with Git, Flux, and other development and deployment tools.

• Comfortable operating in a terminal-based environment.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Must have or be able to obtain DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e., Security+) within 30 days of hire.

• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 2–3 days per week at the Columbia, MD office or on customer site (Ft. Meade, MD) when needed. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently holds an active Top Secret security clearance and is willing/able to obtain an SCI read-in.

• Proficient knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting.

• Familiarity with Git, Flux, Helm, and other development and deployment tools.

• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Accumulo, Ceph, Spark, NiFi, Kafka, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.

• Experience with K9s, AWS CLI, AWS SNS, AWS SQS, and AWS Diode.

• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites.

Work Location

Columbia, Maryland / Fort Meade, Maryland

Hybrid work environment requiring an average of 2–3 days per week in person at the Columbia, MD office or customer site at Fort Meade, MD, as needed.

Clearance Requirements

Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position-appropriate security clearance are required.

Benefits

Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.

Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:

• A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Vision and Dental

• Life and AD&D Benefits

• Short and Long-Term Disability

• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances

• Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services

• Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000

• Mobility Among Wyetech-supported Contracts

• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS

• Various team-building events throughout the year such as: monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.

• Employees receive two complimentary branded clothing orders annually.

Salary Range

$57.47–$125.89 USD Hourly

Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications, and geographic location. Hourly pay rates reflect the pre-benefit gross wage amounts.

Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need