Senior AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer

TieTalent; South Dakota; On-site; USD 99,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global leader in technology as a Senior AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer in South Dakota. Drive innovative cloud solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong focus on AWS, DevOps methodologies, and automation tools for secure and resilient infrastructure.

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cloud engineering or DevOps roles.
• 5+ years with CI/CD pipelines and automation.
• AWS Associate Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of hybrid-cloud strategies.
• Develop tools for managing hybrid-cloud infrastructure.
• Mentor junior engineers in cloud technologies.

Skills

AWS

DevOps

Python

Ansible

Terraform

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field

Tools

Terraform

GitLab

AWS CDK

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Senior AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. We all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely by supporting the science that informs decision makers and protects Earth.

Senior AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer

POSITION OVERVIEWKBR is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer to join our team in delivering innovative and mission-critical cloud solutions to our customers. As part of a global leader in science, technology, and engineering solutions, you’ll play a pivotal role in advancing our hybrid-cloud strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

At KBR, we are committed to improving the world responsibly and safely through cutting-edge innovation, a strong focus on sustainability, and a culture of collaboration and inclusion. This role will allow you to leverage your expertise in AWS technologies, DevOps methodologies, and automation tools to architect and implement secure, reliable, and resilient cloud solutions that support our clients' most critical objectives.

This on-site position, based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, offers the opportunity to work closely with a highly skilled and diverse team, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and joint problem-solving. While this role primarily requires on-site collaboration, there may be opportunities for remote work as part of the employment package, though these cannot be guaranteed. Join us and contribute to impactful projects while growing within a global organization that values teamwork, innovation, and personal growth.

Must have Three years of continuous residency in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Lead the evaluation, implementation, and deployment of processes and capabilities to advance hybrid-cloud strategies for KBR’s customers.

Collaborate with solution architects and cross-functional design teams to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective hybrid-cloud solutions in a FedRAMP high environment.

Develop and maintain tools for provisioning, monitoring, auditing, and de-provisioning hybrid-cloud infrastructure using Python, Ansible, and other automation tools.

Partner with architects and engineers to design networks, systems, and storage environments aligned with customer needs, security requirements, and service-level objectives.

Manage CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure technologies using industry-standard tools like GitLab Runners.

Incorporate FinOps principles into hybrid-cloud strategies, ensuring cost optimization, resource accountability, and operational efficiency.

Design and implement scalable software services in collaboration with engineering and architecture teams.

Troubleshoot and provide support for core business applications within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

Develop strategic road maps and project implementation plans tailored to customer requirements.

Identify and present recommendations for cost savings, security improvements, and best practices across AWS services and compliance requirements.

Address complex technical challenges, providing actionable solutions to senior leadership.

Mentor and lead junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Required Skills/Experience

Technical Expertise:

10+ years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, systems administration, or equivalent roles, with a strong emphasis on AWS technologies.

5+ years of experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and automation.

In-depth knowledge of AWS Security, Network Controls, and FedRAMP compliance requirements.

Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools - Terraform or AWS CDK.

Proficiency in configuration management tools, such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet.

Expertise in scripting languages such as Python, Bash/Shell, or PowerShell for infrastructure automation.

Experience implementing cost-effective, FinOps-aligned cloud solutions.

Leadership And Collaboration

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.

Proven track record of working effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with diverse stakeholders.

Strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in collaboration with team members.

Problem-Solving And Innovation

Exceptional problem-solving skills with a passion for identifying innovative, scalable, and cost-efficient solutions.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and deliver high-quality results under pressure.

Communication And Documentation

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present recommendations to senior leadership and customers.

Strong technical documentation skills for designing and implementing cloud infrastructure.

Required Certifications And Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

AWS Associate Certification required, such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Associate.

Terraform Associate certification.

Familiarity with Agile techniques and modern software engineering principles is a plus.

Preferred Skills/Experience

AWS Professional Certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional).

AWS Specialty Certification (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty).

Experience engineering and deploying public sector solutions.

Expert skills and experience with AWS services such as S3, CloudFront, EKS, Lambda, Aurora Serverless DB, and AWS Batch.

Demonstrated experience incorporating FinOps principles into cloud strategies.

Special Requirements

Three years of continuous residency in the U.S. for issuance of a Government Security credential

The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account

KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits (https://careers.kbr.com/us/en/kbr-benefits?)

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nice-to-have skills

• AWS
• DevOps
• Python
• Ansible
• Terraform
• Chef
• Puppet
• Bash
• Shell
• Powershell
• Gitlab
• South Dakota, United States
  
  

Work experience

• DevOps
• Software Architect
• Cloud Architect
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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