IT Prin Arch - DevOps

Maximus; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus opportunities based on perfomrce

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (Med/

Job summary

Maximus seeks a Principal DevOps Architect to provide technical leadership across enterprise DevOps, cloud architecture, containerization, software delivery, and automation. This fully remote role requires 15% travel and collaboration with development, cloud, security, and operations teams to deliver scalable, reliable government-focused solutions.

You will define and promote best practices, mentor the DevOps group, and oversee complex programs from design through deployment, leveraging AWS,

Qualifications

• Senior DevOps/architecture experience in large-scale enterprise environments.
• Proven track record delivering DevOps, automation, and cloud-based solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement DevOps and containerization best practices across the enterprise.
• Lead guidance and mentoring for the DevOps Engineering team to elevate competencies.
• Define, develop, and implement configuration management supporting the SDLC.
• Oversee source code management, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments.
• Collaborate with development, cloud, security, and operations teams to ensure scalable, reliable delivery.

Skills

Full-stack development

.NET 4/8

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

Vue.js

SQL Server

Data modeling

Software architecture

Design patterns

OIDC

SAML 2.0

JWT authentication

AWS

Security best practices

Job description

We are seeking a Principal DevOps Architect to provide technical leadership across enterprise DevOps, cloud architecture, containerization, software delivery, and automation. This role will establish architecture and engineering best practices, guide complex technology initiatives, and partner with development, cloud, security, and operational teams to deliver scalable and reliable solutions supporting enterprise and government programs.

** This is a fully remote position. Requires 15% travel. **

Why Join Maximus?

• - Competitive Compensation - Bonus opportunities based on performance.
• - Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.
• - Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.
• - Unlimited Time Off Package - Enjoy UTO, Holidays, and sick leave,
• - Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• - Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.
• - Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.
• - Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.
• - Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.
• - Professional Development Opportunities- Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences. .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• - Define and implement DevOps and Containerization best practices, software release pipelines, and automation to be leveraged across the enterprise.
• - Serve as a thought leader in assessing business needs and current industry best practices and solutions, and matching them to further business goals.
• - Serve as a technical lead for training and instilling best practices in the DevOps Engineering team, promoting team competencies and excellence.
• - Define, develop, and implement the configuration management system which supports the enterprise software development life cycle (SDLC).
• - Manage source code within the Version Control System (i.e. branching, sync, merge); compile, assemble, and package software from source code, and mentor less senior team members in this discipline.
• - Work with Cloud Services to perform and validate installations/upgrades/deployments/containers, enabling team self sufficiency in every case.
• - Develop automation scripts for build, deployment, and versioning activities.
• - Research and resolve complex technical problems associated with the version control and continuous integration systems.
• - Work with developers, testers, and IT operational staff to administer source code management toolsets, automate builds and deployments, configure continuous integration environments, and contribute to all facets of the software build and release cycles.
• - Oversee large, technically complex projects and support leadership in assuring service delivery excellence.
• 15+ years enterprise IT experience with solution architecture, cloud platforms, software development, integration, delivery leadership, and government program experience preferred. - Full-stack development experience- Strong coding skills with .NET 4 and .NET 8+- Strong experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Vue.js- Strong experience with SQL Server- Experience with data modeling- Strong SQL skills, including complex queries and performance tuning- Strong knowledge of software architecture and software design patterns- Strong experience with OIDC, SAML 2.0, and JWT authentication- Strong experience designing secure software solutions- Familiarity with AWS services- Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is a plus

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at [e-mail] .