DevOps Engineer - TS/SCI W Poly- Herndon/ Chantilly, Va

SpatialGIS; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to support software and data engineering teams. The role requires a minimum of 4-7 years of experience, including proficiency in Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS services. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance. Main responsibilities include developing Infrastructure as Code, automating deployments, and integrating DevOps best practices. This position offers a dynamic and innovative work environment, encouraging collaboration and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-7 years demonstrated experience as a DevOps Engineer.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is required.
• Experience with CI/CD Pipeline Automation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to integrate DevOps best practices.
• Develop Infrastructure as Code to control all aspects of software environments.
• Containerize Java and Python code for Kubernetes deployments.
• Leverage AWS best practices to reduce compute costs.
• Work closely with development teams throughout the software lifecycle.
• Automate deployments ensuring zero downtime.
• Incorporate security practices in new deployments.
• Document work in line with Agile Development practices.

Skills

Kubernetes and Helm Charts

Docker and/or Podman Containerization

AWS Services (EKS, Lambdas, EMR, ECR, VPC)

Terraform Experience

Job description

Are you a skilled DevOps Engineer ready to drive significant impact? SpatialGIS Services is seeking a talented individual to support our software and data engineering teams by enhancing our DevOps tools, culture, and processes. In this role, you'll be instrumental in enabling the rapid and stable delivery of our applications and technologies.

You'll identify, prototype, engineer, and deploy cutting-edge software engineering and DevOps tools, while also operating and supporting our suite of enterprise DevOps services. We're looking for someone who can establish, manage, automate, and enhance our DevOps pipelines, as well as define and promote enterprise-wide software engineering and DevOps standards. If you thrive in dynamic, hybrid environments (multi-cloud, multi-domain, private/public) and enjoy facilitating technical exchange meetings to gather requirements, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Chief Engineer and other engineers to integrate DevOps best practices and automation for improved program performance and reduced risk.
• Develop Infrastructure as Code to control all aspects of software environments and version-controlled releases.
• Containerize Java and Python code, optimizing for deployment in a Kubernetes environment to ensure high availability and parallel processing.
• Leverage AWS best practices to reduce compute costs while incorporating autoscaling and scheduling resources based on program demand.
• Work closely with development teams throughout the software development lifecycle to design software with the production environment in mind.
• Automate and version control deployments, ensuring a controlled process that enables zero downtime.
• Incorporate security scanning and other best practices to ensure new deployments comply with industry standards.
• Partner with the ISSE to implement security tools within the build pipeline.
• Document work in alignment with Agile Development practices.
• Thrive as part of a fast-paced team with a strong desire to innovate and improve a multi-faceted organization.

Required Skills – Minimum of 4-7 years demonstrated experience with:

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is required.
• Kubernetes and Helm Charts.
• Docker and/or Podman Containerization best practices.
• AWS Services (EKS, Lambdas, EMR, ECR, VPC, etc.).
• Terraform Experience.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Terraform and Packer with AWS (AMIs, Environment, Configuration Automation, etc.).
• Database ORM Tools (Flyway, etc.).
• CI/CD Pipeline Automation (Git, Jenkins, Automated Testing, etc.).
• Cloud environment and infrastructure engineering.
• Implementing DevOps within a Secure Environment.