DevOps Engineer (Hybrid) - 30706

Enlighten; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare premium for employee

401k contribution

PTO + holidays

Education allowances

Job summary

Enlighten, a leader in big data solutions, seeks a DevOps Engineer to join a fast-paced team in a hybrid role between Enlighten headquarters in Maryland and client sites. You will deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters, automate CI/CD pipelines, and support AWS-based infrastructure for data-driven services.

The role requires TS/SCI with CI Poly, DoD 8140/8570 compliance (or ability to obtain in 60 days), strong Linux, scripting (Python/Bash), and Terraform/Ansible experience.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development; or 7+ years with a Master's degree; or 13 years with a HS diploma.
• Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms experience.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and deployment/management of infrastructure.
• Proficiency with configuration management tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience with application, container, and OS deployment, scaling, and management.
• Programming in Python, Bash, or Go.
• Familiarity with Git, Flux, and other deployment tools.
• Linux system administration and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Support cloud infrastructure deployment in AWS, especially EKS.
• Automate deployment processes for reliable, scalable services.
• Manage Kubernetes containers and AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate applications into infrastructure.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve production systems for high availability.

Skills

Kubernetes

AWS

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Bash

Go

Linux

Git

CI/CD

Flux

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Git

Flux

Job description

Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data science. Enlighten provides continued innovation and proactivity in meeting our customers’ greatest challenges.

We recognize that the most effective environment for your projects doesn’t always look the same. Our hybrid work approach ensures that you can make lasting relationships with your team and collaborate in-person to get the job done—while having the flexibility to work from home when needed to achieve focused results.

Why Enlighten?

At Enlighten, our team’s unwavering work ethic, top talent and celebration of innovative ideas have helped us thrive. We know that our employees are essential to our company’s success, so we seek to take care of you as much as you take care of us.

• 100% paid employee premium for healthcare, vision and dental plans.
• 10% 401k benefit.
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays.
• Education/training allowances.

Anticipated Salary Range:$137,510.00-$185,000.00. The salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, Enlighten takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function, internal equity and a candidate's education or training, work experience, certifications and key skills. Occasionally positions/roles may include additional non-recurrent compensation and will be addressed by the recruiter during the interview process.

Job Description

Enlighten is seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our 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 our services. Work is performed in a hybrid environment between Enlighten headquarters and customer sites in MD (on average 3 days a week).

#LI-DW2 #Mid-Senior Level

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS, especially EKS.
• Support development and deployment of non-cloud (Edge) infrastructure of on-premise and portable equipment.
• Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services.
• Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate their applications into the infrastructure.
• Monitor and troubleshoot production systems and resolve issues as necessary.
• Continuously improve processes and tools to ensure high availability and performance.
• Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, continuously exploring new ways to improve our infrastructure.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Clearance Requirement: Must currently have and maintain an active TS/SCI with CI Poly U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
• 9+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or 7years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13years relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.
• Proficient in configuration management tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience with application, container, and OS deployment, scaling, and management.
• Ability to develop in multiple programming languages such as Python, Bash, or Go.
• Familiarity with Git, Flux, and other development and deployment tools.
• Must be comfortable in a terminal-based environment.
• Proficient knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites.
• Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+) or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 3 days per week between our Columbia, MD office and customer sites in Fort Meade and Annapolis Junction. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with big data technologies like: Hadoop, Accumulo, Ceph, Spark, NiFi, Kafka, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
• Experience with K9s, AWS CLI and other AWS services like SNS, SQS and Diode is a plus.