Innovation Lead

Amyx, Inc.; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an experienced Innovation Lead to transform enterprise-level IT systems for the Federal government. This role involves leading cloud development and modernization efforts, ensuring the effective transition of interconnected IT systems. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software engineering, IT project management, and cloud technologies. This position offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will significantly impact the Army's operational efficiency and modernization initiatives. If you're passionate about driving innovation in IT and cloud solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

401(k) with matching

Roth options

Transportation benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness programs

PTO and holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience delivering cloud systems for DoD or Intelligence Community.
• Certifications: Azure Fundamentals, AI, PMI-ACP, PMP.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a software development expert for complex cloud-native products.
• Guide the implementation of microservices and orchestration tools.

Skills

Software Engineering

Cloud Development

IT Project Management

Microservices

CI/CD Pipelines

Infrastructure Automation

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in IT or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Terraform

Job description

Innovation Lead

Job Locations: US-VA-Ft. Belvoir

Overview

Amyx is seeking to hire an Innovation Lead to support the Enterprise Cloud Management Agency (ECMA). The ideal candidate will bring continuous improvement and innovation to the Army, with experience leading enterprise-level IT systems, cloud development, and sustainment for the Federal government. This includes inter-connected IT system transitions, modernizations, acquisitions, and transformations. Hands-on experience in roles such as software engineering, development, sustainment, IT modernization, or IT project management is essential.

Responsibilities

1. Serve as a software development expert for complex cloud-native products, including MCTT.
2. Provide high-level functional systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, and implementation.
3. Offer in-depth technical and management knowledge in areas such as systems and software, hardware, protocols, networks, applications, security, testing, and customer support.
4. Participate in all phases of the systems lifecycle, emphasizing planning, analysis, design, development, testing, integration, support, documentation, quality control, and risk management.
5. Provide guidance on implementing microservices, containers, and orchestration tools like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift.
6. Advise on implementing CI/CD pipelines across various cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, and GCP.
7. Guide the implementation of infrastructure automation tools like CloudFormation, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, ARM Templates, and Terraform.
8. Support the deployment of cloud security scanning and monitoring tools.
9. Communicate accurate technical information effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, IT, engineering, or related field.
• Must obtain a Top Secret clearance prior to starting.
• Certifications: Azure Fundamentals, AI, PMI-ACP, PMP.
• Minimum one year of experience in AI/Gen AI engagement at DoD or similar agencies.
• 10+ years of experience delivering cloud systems for DoD or Intelligence Community.
• 7-10 years of hands-on experience in software engineering, development, sustainment, modernization, or project management.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with matching
• Roth options
• Transportation benefits
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Wellness programs
• PTO and holidays
• Professional development reimbursement

Contact [e-mail] with questions.

Amyx is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor, prioritizing veteran referrals. All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.

Physical Demands: Ability to sit for extended periods, handle objects, communicate effectively, and occasionally lift weights less than 20 pounds. Regular attendance is required.