Senior Dev Ops Engineer

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care - 100% employer-paid

401k & retirement plans

Unlimited PTO

Stock options

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Hermeus is seeking a hands-on Senior DevOps Engineer to build, fix, automate, and secure critical IT, ICs, and IoT systems that keep the business moving. This high-impact role will help define and scale the infrastructure powering our fast-paced defense aviation startup.

Based in Los Angeles, you will collaborate with cyber security, software, and operations teams to implement IaC, manage AWS and Entra ID/Azure, and mentor engineers while ensuring uptime, security, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in enterprise IT engineering, architect, or system administration roles.
• Deep experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID/Azure AD, and Intune.
• Strong automation and scripting skills (PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible).
• Experience in regulated environments (e.g., GCC High, GovCloud, ITAR, etc.).
• Familiarity with GitLab CI/CD or similar pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft 365 suite: Entra ID (Azure AD), Intune, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint.
• Automate infrastructure and workflows via PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible, GitLab CI/CD, and C#.
• Secure and support Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices.
• Manage on-prem VM environments (Hyper-V/VMware) and NAS systems.
• Manage cloud infrastructure in AWS and Entra ID/Azure, including IAM.

Skills

Microsoft 365 & Entra ID

Automation scripting

Cross‑platform support

GitLab CI/CD

Cloud & on-prem infrastructure

Networking basics

ITAR/GovCloud compliance

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

PowerShell

GitLab CI/CD

Hyper-V/VMware

AWS

Azure/Entra ID

Intune

Job description

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

About The Role

We’re hiring a hands-on Senior Dev Ops Engineer who thrives in fast-moving environments and isn’t afraid to get deep into the weeds. You’ll be building, fixing, automating, and securing critical IT, ICs, and IoT systems that keep the business moving. This is a high-impact role where you’ll help define and scale the infrastructure that powers our growing company.

Responsibilities

Identity & Device Management

• Administer Microsoft 365 suite: Entra ID (Azure AD), Intune, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint.
• Implement scalable device and identity management strategies.

Infrastructure Automation & Engineering

• Automate infrastructure and workflows via PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible, GitLab CI/CD, and C#.
• Manage infrastructure-as-code deployments and ensure repeatable, secure configurations.

Endpoint & Network Support

• Secure and support Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices (iOS/Android).
• Troubleshoot and improve performance of corporate networks, including VLANs, DNS, VPN, and firewalls.

Cloud & On-Prem Infrastructure

• Administer on-prem VM environments (Hyper-V/VMware) and NAS systems (e.g., Synology, NetApp).
• Manage cloud infrastructure in AWS and Entra ID/Azure, including IAM, compute, and networking.

Cross-Team & Escalation Support

• Tackle advanced service desk escalations and implement long-term resolutions.
• Collaborate with cyber security, software, and operations teams to improve performance, uptime, and security posture.

Documentation & Governance

• Maintain IT documentation, including SOPs, runbooks, and configuration baselines.

Requirements

• 7+ years in enterprise IT engineering, architect, or system administration roles.
• Deep experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID/Azure AD, and Intune.
• Strong automation and scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible).
• Proven ability to secure and support cross-platform environments (Windows/macOS/Linux).
• Experience in regulated environments (e.g., GCC High, GovCloud, CUI, ITAR, etc.).
• Familiarity with GitLab CI/CD or similar pipelines.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Prior experience supporting ISO 27001 or AS9100 implementations.
• Prior experience supporting internal developer environments.
• Strong understanding of networking (DNS, VPN, VLAN, routing, etc.).
• Certifications such as MS102, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, or other industry certifications relevant to the role.
• Programming experience with data analytics code, such as SQL or R.
• Experience with common VoIP infrastructure.
• US Government security clearance (active or eligible).

$136,000 - $226,550 a year

Level III: $136,000 - $184,000

Level IV: $167,450 - $226,550

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the positions' scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, generous parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!

• 100% employer-paid health care
• 401k & retirement plans
• Unlimited PTO
• Weekly paid office lunches
• Fully stocked breakrooms
• Stock options
• Paid Parental Leave

#LI-Onsite

The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.

At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
• Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
• Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
• Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. #LI-JC3