Lead DevOps Engineer, CoCounsel for Government

Thomson Reuters; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to spearhead the technical direction for a crucial government project. In this dynamic role, you will design secure and scalable cloud infrastructures, mentor a talented team, and ensure compliance with stringent government standards. Your expertise in AWS, Python, and container orchestration will be key in overcoming complex deployment challenges. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and collaboration, and make a significant impact on the future of secure government solutions. If you are passionate about leading teams and driving excellence in DevOps practices, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in DevOps or site reliability with experience in cloud projects.
• Proficient in AWS and strong Python development skills.

Responsibilities

• Design secure cloud infrastructures and oversee CI/CD pipelines.
• Guide and mentor engineers while promoting DevOps methodologies.

Skills

DevOps

Python

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Security Compliance

Mentorship

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CloudFormation

FedRAMP

FIPS

Job description

Lead DevOps Engineer, CoCounsel for Government

Looking to take charge of both development and operations in a highly regulated, mission-critical environment?

We’re seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to set the technical direction for our CoCounsel for Government team. In this role, you’ll design secure, scalable cloud infrastructures, guide a team of DevOps professionals, and help ensure our solutions meet strict government compliance standards. If you thrive on solving complex cloud and deployment challenges while mentoring others, this role is for you.

About the role

Architecture & Strategy

1. Define and maintain system architectures that leverage AWS (with emphasis on CloudFormation for IaC), container orchestration (Docker/Kubernetes), and well-structured infrastructure automation.
2. Collaborate with the Engineering Manager to align DevOps priorities and practices with product and business objectives.

Hands-On Development & Operations

1. Write and review production-grade Python code for automation, tooling, and back-end services, applying best practices and an appreciation for static typing.
2. Oversee CI/CD pipelines, ensuring security checks, compliance, and reliable deployments in AWS GovCloud or other AWS environments.

Mentorship & Leadership

1. Guide senior and mid-level engineers, offering code reviews and technical coaching to foster growth in both development and operational excellence.
2. Champion DevOps methodologies within the team, promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and proactive problem-solving.

Security & Compliance

1. Work closely with InfoSec to integrate FedRAMP, FIPS, and other government compliance requirements into infrastructure and deployment processes.
2. Monitor and address vulnerabilities, ensuring systems remain hardened and secure.

Performance & Scalability

1. Identify and implement improvements for system reliability, performance, and observability across multiple services and environments.
2. Track key metrics to optimize resource usage and facilitate future scaling decisions.

About You

Experience

1. 6+ years in DevOps, site reliability, or a closely related field, with a proven track record in leading complex cloud and container-based projects.
2. Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and mentor less-experienced engineers.

Technical Expertise

1. Proficient in AWS (including GovCloud) for designing and managing large-scale deployments; deep experience with CloudFormation.
2. Strong Python development skills, specifically for production services or infrastructure tooling. Familiarity with typed Python or static typing principles is a plus.
3. Skilled with Docker, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD practices.

Security & Compliance

1. Comfortable weaving FedRAMP and FIPS requirements into everyday DevOps workflows.
2. Experience proactively managing vulnerabilities and instituting security best practices.

Communication & Collaboration

1. Able to effectively translate technical strategy to multiple audiences, from executives to engineering peers.
2. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional efforts, ensuring alignment and timely delivery of projects.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Background in automating compliance checks, penetration testing, or secure code analysis.
2. Experience migrating or modernizing legacy systems under strict compliance requirements.
3. AWS GovCloud experience.

Ready to lead a team and shape the future of secure government solutions? Join us and make an immediate impact on both our product and the industry at large. Apply today!