Senior DevSecops Engineer

Shipcom; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Shipcom in Houston seeks a hands-on Senior DevSecOps Engineer to own our GitLab platform, manage multi-cloud infrastructure, and standardize DevOps practices.

You will partner with product engineering to streamline deployment pipelines, improve reliability, and implement robust monitoring and security gates. This role offers autonomy to define standards and mentor engineers in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, or Platform Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD, runners, and permissions.
• Proven ability to manage multi-cloud infra (Azure and AWS).
• Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python, or Go).

Responsibilities

• Architect secure, scalable infra on Azure and AWS and own GitLab Enterprise operations.
• Lead CI/CD pipeline creation, automation, and runner orchestration.
• Manage production Kubernetes clusters (AKS/EKS) and Helm deployments.
• Define standardized DevOps strategies across orgs and teams.
• Build IaC using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Automate security/compliance gates across the SDLC.
• Monitor infra and apps with Prometheus/Grafana/ELK.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal docs.

Skills

DevOps leadership

Cloud infrastructure

CI/CD pipelines

Security

Tools

GitLab

Azure

AWS

Kubernetes

Docker

Bash

Python

Go

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a

• Open Position

Senior DevSecops Engineer
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Houston, Shipcom HQ

About The Role

We are looking for a hands‑on Senior DevOps Engineer who will take ownership of our GitLab platform, manage multi-cloud infrastructure, and lead the standardization of DevOps practices across engineering teams. This is a highly technical role that requires deep expertise in Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, GitLab, and CI/CD automation. You will serve as a key contributor to mission‑critical delivery while aligning DevOps strategy with business and compliance needs.
You’ll work closely with product engineering teams to streamline deployment pipelines, improve system reliability, and implement best‑in‑class monitoring and observability. Your input will influence architectural decisions, infrastructure scalability, and security practices across our environments. This role offers the autonomy to define standards, mentor engineers, and drive automation initiatives that power critical workflows.
This is a unique opportunity to join a small team and have a large impact across different sides of the business as it advances quickly to meet customer demand. As an integral member on the team, you will have a massive impact on our product’s success.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Architecting and operating secure, scalable infrastructure in Azure and AWS
• Administering and owning GitLab Enterprise: – CI/CD pipeline creation and automation – Runner orchestration and scaling – User management and access controls – Integration with external tools and security workflows
• Managing production Kubernetes clusters (AKS/EKS), Helm-based deployments, and RBAC
• Defining and enforcing standardized DevOps strategies across the organization and all project teams
• Building Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or CloudFormation
• Automating security and compliance gates as part of the SDLC
• Monitoring infrastructure and applications using Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK
• Troubleshooting production and pipeline issues in real‑time and implementing sustainable solutions
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to internal technical documentation

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, or Platform Engineering role
• Advanced, hands‑on experience with:

• GitLab (CI/CD, runners, permissions, integrations)
• Azure and AWS cloud infrastructure
• Kubernetes management (EKS, AKS)
• Docker and secure container lifecycle management
• Scripting/programming (e.g., Bash, Python, or Go)

• Strong understanding of SDLC, microservices, and application deployment workflows

Preferred Skills

• Experience with IronBank, Repo One, Platform One, or Black Pearl DevSecOps environments
• Experience working in secure or regulated environments (e.g., DoD, NIST, CMMC, FedRAMP)
• Exposure to GitOps, Zero Trust networking, or advanced CI/CD pipeline techniques
• Certifications such as CKA, AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Expert, or GitLab CI/CD Specialist