DevOps Software Engineer - TS/SCI

Xcelerate Solutions; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a DevOps Software Engineer with TS/SCI clearance to join a high‑energy team in Bethesda, MD. You will design, deploy, and maintain a containerized microservices stack and a production data pipeline while advancing DevOps practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration across systems engineering, development, security, and operations, with on‑site work and occasional remote opportunities. A bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering/CS/Systems Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of relevant experience; 6+ years with a Master’s.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Hands-on experience with containers and Kubernetes; CI/CD orchestration with GitLab.
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana; cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain a big‑data pipeline on Kubernetes, Elasticsearch, and Kafka.
• Enhance CI/CD pipelines and DevOps automation to speed delivery.
• Design scalable, redundant infrastructure across physical/virtual environments.
• Use Helm to configure Kubernetes deployments for new features.
• Partner with Systems Engineers to architect new capabilities.
• Contribute to engineering docs, diagrams, and models.
• Participate in Agile release planning and team activities.
• Collaborate in a government contract environment with TS/SCI requirements.

Skills

DevOps

CI/CD

Cross‑functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Systems Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Kubernetes

Elasticsearch

Kafka

GitLab

Helm

Nexus

Job description

Software Engineering CareersHybrid Remote , Bethesda,Maryland

Xcelerate Solutions is looking for our next TS/SCI‑cleared DevOps Software Engineer to join a high‑energy team building and deploying a cutting‑edge technology stack in support of the DIA‑NMEC (National Media Exploitation Center) DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP). This role is part of a 10‑year program supporting the DOMEX Data Discovery Platform (D3P) Modernization effort, where you’ll contribute to mission‑critical capabilities alongside a collaborative, innovative, and growth‑oriented team.

While the majority of work is performed on‑site at our customer location in Bethesda, MD, we offer a flexible schedule and occasional opportunities for remote work.

As a DevOps Software Engineer, you’ll help design, deploy, and maintain a full‑stack, containerized microservices architecture. You’ll also support systems administration, installation, configuration, and the broader adoption of DevOps best practices across cross‑functional engineering teams. In this fast‑paced environment, you’ll collaborate closely with systems engineering, architecture, development, security, operations, and integration teams. Occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely. Come join our award‑winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.

Location: Bethesda, MD

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Responsibilities

• Deploy, triage, and maintain a production big‑data pipeline built on Kubernetes, Elasticsearch, and Kafka
• Enhance and maintain CI/CD pipelines and DevOps automation to accelerate development and improve reliability
• Design and support scalable, redundant infrastructure across physical and virtual environments
• Use Helm to configure Kubernetes deployments for new features and evolving requirements
• Partner with Systems Engineers to architect solutions for new capabilities
• Contribute technical input to engineering documentation, diagrams, and models
• Participate in Agile release planning, scrums, design sessions, bug triage, and related team activities
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of relevant experience; 6+ years with a Master’s
• Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Hands‑on experience with containers and Kubernetes
• Experience with CI/CD orchestration and GitLab
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana
• Demonstrated success working in cross‑functional engineering environments

Preferred Qualification

• Experience operating systems at scale
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies
• Experience supporting enterprise or production systems
• Familiarity with:
• Kafka or other messaging systems (AMQP, JMS)
• Kubernetes monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
• Nexus

About Xcelerate Solutions:

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!

Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.

Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.