Enterprise - DevOps Engineer - AWS, Linux, Kubernetes

Erias Ventures, LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Market Hourly Pay

Company Paid Medical Coverage

Vision and Dental Coverage

Short/Long Term Disability Coverage

401k with Immediate Vesting

Job summary

Erias Ventures, LLC is seeking a highly motivated DevOps Engineer to join our Fort Meade-based team. You will deploy and manage cloud infrastructure in AWS (EKS) and edge/on-premise systems, automate deployments, and ensure reliability and scalability.

The role requires a TS clearance and on-site presence in Fort Meade, MD. You will work across Linux, scripting in Python/Bash/Go, and CI/CD tools, mentoring junior staff while delivering innovative solutions for mission-critical projects.

Qualifications

• 9+ years in DevOps or software development with relevant degree.
• Strong Kubernetes and AWS experience (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda).
• Proficiency with Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience deploying and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Programming in Python, Bash, or Go.
• Proficiency with Linux system administration.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• AGILE methodologies and software development tool suites.
• Experience as tech lead or mentor.

Responsibilities

• Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS, especially EKS.
• Support development and deployment of on-premise and edge infrastructure.
• Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services.
• Manage Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate applications into the infrastructure.
• Monitor and troubleshoot production systems and resolve issues.
• Continuously improve processes and tools for high availability and performance.
• Stay current with new technologies and industry trends.
• Mentor and lead engineering teams as a senior contributor.

Skills

Kubernetes

AWS

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Bash

Go

Linux

Git

AGILE

Tech lead

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma with 13 years experience

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

• Ft. Meade, MD

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving, open communication, and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas.

Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of atechnicallystrongandgrowth-orientedcompany focused on bringinginnovative solutionsto the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description

We seeking are 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. This role currently supports a customer onsite in Fort Meade, MD.

• 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
• Seamlessly transition between hands‑on execution and team guidance, treating mentorship and team leadership as inherent components of senior‑level impact
• Other duties as assigned

Clearance

A current Top Secret (TS) level U.S. Government Security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI level Security Clearance is required.

Experience

Nine plus (9+) years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or seven (7) years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and thirteen (13) years relevant experience.

Required skills:

• 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
• Demonstrated experience serving as a tech lead, mentor, or manager for engineering teams
• Must be willing/able to help open/close the workspace during regular business hours as needed
• Maintain a standard 40‑hour, 5‑day on‑site work week in Fort Meade, MD.Flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule

Desired skills:

• A current active TS/SCI clearance is highly desired
• Experience with big data technologies like: Hadoop, Accumulo, Ceph, Spark, NiFi, Kafka, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc
• Experience with containers, EKS, Diode, CI/CD, and Terraform are a plus

Benefits

Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits. The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $150,000 - $250,000.

Wealth Benefits

• Above Market Hourly Pay
• 11% RothorTraditional 401kwith Immediate Vesting and Deposit
• Spot Bonusesfor Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
• Professional Development Bonusesfor Certificates and Degrees

Health Benefits

• Company subsidizedMedicalCoverage
• 100%Company PaidVisionandDentalCoverage
• 100%Company PaidLong Term Disability,Short Term Disability, andGroup Life Insurance
• Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

Happiness Benefits

• Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
• Amazon Prime Membership andMonthlyInternetReimbursement
• TechnologyandProductivity Allowancefor Equipment and Supplies
• Morale BuildingandCompany Eventsto Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
• Onboarding and Annual Swag
• Company Paid Professional DevelopmentandTraining

At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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