Enterprise - Senior DevOps Engineer - Kubernetes, AWS, Python

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

Benefits offered by this job

Above Market Pay

11% Roth or Traditional 401k

Spot Bonuses

Professional Development Bonuses

Equipment/Tools allowance

Job summary

Erias Ventures, LLC is seeking a highly motivated DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced development team on a customer onsite engagement in Fort Meade, MD. You will apply strong knowledge of Kubernetes, AWS (EKS), Terraform and Ansible to build scalable cloud and edge infrastructure, automate deployments, and ensure reliability and performance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining a DoD 8140/8570

Qualifications

• Five plus (5+) years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development.
• Bachelor's in related field; or 3 years with Master's; or HS diploma with 9 years experience.
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda).
• Proficient in Bash, Python, Go; Linux administration; AGILE methodologies.
• DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (Security+) required.

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 applications; monitor and troubleshoot production systems.
• Continuously improve processes and tools for high availability and performance.
• Stay current with new technologies and industry trends; provide senior-level guidance.
• Work on customer site in Fort Meade, MD 4-5 days a week; flexibility required.

Skills

Kubernetes

AWS EKS

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Bash

Go

Linux admin

Git

AGILE

Tech lead

DoD 8140/8570

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Git

Flux

CI/CD tools

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 a technicallystrongandgrowth-orientedcompany focused on bringinginnovative solutionsto the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description

We 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

Must currently have and maintain an active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI; U.S. Citizenship required.

Experience

Five plus (5+) years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or three (3) years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and nine (9) 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 have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+)
• Must be willing/able to help open/close the workspace during regular business hours as needed
• Must be able to work on customer site in Fort Meade, MD 4-5 days a week. Flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule

Desired skills

• A current TS/SCI level 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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