DevOps Engineering Scientist

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 104,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a DevOps Engineering Scientist to bridge development and IT operations, ensure high-quality software releases, and manage CI/CD pipelines. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree, possess relevant experience, and be a US Citizen.

This role offers a salary range of $104,000 - $174,000+, with benefits including employer-paid medical coverage, retirement contributions, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field.
• Three years of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain production and development CI/CD pipelines.
• Provision and manage on-premise infrastructure.
• Integrate security practices in the development cycle.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Experience with CI/CD pipelines

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

AWS

Linux

Docker

VMWare

Job description

Job Posting Title

DevOps Engineering Scientist

Position Details

Department: Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Purpose

Bridge the gap between software development and IT operations to accelerate delivery and improve system reliability. Automate, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, manage infrastructure, and ensure high‑quality software releases through monitoring and security for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) at Applied Research Laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain production and development CI/CD pipelines.
• Provision and manage on‑premise infrastructure.
• Create, optimize, enhance, and operate build and release automation infrastructure, testing frameworks, reporting, and tools.
• Guide collaboration efforts between cross‑functional teams to develop processes that reduce obstacles to high‑quality software delivery.
• Integrate security practices early in the development cycle, including automated vulnerability scanning and compliance checks.
• Other functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field.
• Three years of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to create, optimize, and operate build and release automation infrastructure, testing frameworks, reporting, and tools.
• Applicant must have a demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and testing standards.
• Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, and managing their time.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without day‑to‑day supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients.
• US Citizen. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the appropriate level for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge in at least one of the following: C#, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, Java, Robot Operating System (ROS).
• Database experience with Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL.
• Source control: Git.
• Artifact repository: Artifactory.
• Network: SSH, SCP, FTP, HTTP(S), TCP/IP, STIG compliance, firewall/iptables setup.
• Scripting: Bash, Perl, PowerShell, YAML, Python.
• Operating system: Linux (Redhat, Ubuntu), Windows.
• Software builder: MSBuild, CMake, Conda.
• Infrastructure: VMWare.
• Cloud platforms: Amazon Web Services.
• Ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Candidate will need to obtain a CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Some weekend, evening, and holiday work.
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel.

Salary Range

$104,000 - $174,000+ (negotiable depending on qualifications).

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Background Check

Criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.

Employment Eligibility Verification

Required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. Applicants must present acceptable original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment.

E‑Verify

The University of Texas at Austin uses E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E‑Verify is 854197.

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report.