S Platform Devops Engineer SixGen, Remote, Oregon, US

Artha; Columbia, Northern (MD, KY); Híbrido; USD 210.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

401K with employer contribution

Professional development reimbursement

Flexible and remote work policies

Flexible PTO and holidays

Descripción de la vacante

SIXGEN is seeking a Platform DevOps Engineer in Columbia, MD to design, build, and manage scalable AI infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments. You will enable rapid prototyping, automate deployments, and ensure secure, auditable operations for enterprise AI systems.

The role emphasizes containerization, CI/CD, and collaboration with AI/ML teams, with strong preference for TS/SCI clearance and extensive DevOps experience. Hybrid/remote options may apply for some positions.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field with 10+ years of experience or Master's degree with 8+ years of experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance w/ Poly.
• Advanced proficiency in DevOps principles and practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proven experience in architecting and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Extensive experience with AI model lifecycle management and maintenance.

Responsabilidades

• Provide embedded operations support, capability integration, and rapid prototyping for AI-enabled tools in support of our customer.
• Design, implement, and maintain robust infrastructure for enterprise AI applications in cloud environments (AWS, Microsoft Azure) and on-prem/air-gapped/classified environments.
• Develop and optimize engineering workflows and processes to support AI model and agent development, deployment, and maintenance.
• Architect and manage CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and continuous delivery of AI models, agents, and applications.
• Implement and manage containerization and orchestration solutions using Docker and Kubernetes, and build and maintain control-plane guardrails — identity, policy enforcement, approvals, audit/logging, and observability.
• Ensure efficient AI model and agent lifecycle management, including versioning, monitoring, and scaling.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers and data scientists to streamline deployment processes and optimize resource utilization.
• Oversee system performance, security, and scalability of AI infrastructure, and support security accreditation (RMF/ATO) of AI systems.
• Continuously research and implement new DevOps tools and practices to enhance efficiency.

Conocimientos

DevOps principles

CI/CD

AI model lifecycle management

Cloud platforms familiarity

Educación

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field

Master's degree in a relevant technical field

Herramientas

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK stack

Descripción del empleo

About the Job

SIXGEN’s mission is to deliver agile, mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats. We combine innovation, deep expertise, and cutting-edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities, protect vital systems, and ensure operational superiority in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position: Platform DevOps Engineer

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Columbia, MD

Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI, CI Poly

Salary : Senior $215K SME $240K

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide embedded operations support, capability integration, and rapid prototyping for AI-enabled tools in support of our customer.
• Design, implement, and maintain robust infrastructure for enterprise AI applications in cloud environments (AWS, Microsoft Azure) and on-prem/air-gapped/classified environments.
• Develop and optimize engineering workflows and processes to support AI model and agent development, deployment, and maintenance.
• Architect and manage CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and continuous delivery of AI models, agents, and applications.
• Implement and manage containerization and orchestration solutions using Docker and Kubernetes, and build and maintain control-plane guardrails — identity, policy enforcement, approvals, audit/logging, and observability.
• Ensure efficient AI model and agent lifecycle management, including versioning, monitoring, and scaling.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers and data scientists to streamline deployment processes and optimize resource utilization.
• Oversee system performance, security, and scalability of AI infrastructure, and support security accreditation (RMF/ATO) of AI systems.
• Continuously research and implement new DevOps tools and practices to enhance efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field with 10+ years of experience, or Master's degree in a relevant technical field with 8+ years of experience
• Active TS/SCI clearance w/ Poly
• Advanced proficiency in DevOps principles and practices
• Demonstrated expertise in containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
• Proven experience in architecting and managing CI/CD pipelines
• Extensive experience with AI model lifecycle management and maintenance

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure) for infrastructure deployment and management
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
• Understanding of machine learning concepts and their implications for infrastructure; continuous learning mindset to stay abreast of cutting‑edge DevOps and AI advancements

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

At SIXGEN, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be based on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and overall alignment with the position. Additionally, SIXGEN offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:

• Employer‑paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family
• Employer‑paid short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance
• 401K with a 4% employer contribution
• Professional development reimbursement options available (training, certification, education, etc)
• Flexible and remote work policies for most positions
• Flexible PTO and holiday schedule

OUR COMMITMENTS

SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.