Job DescriptionSeeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced team. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Kubernetes and Container Orchestration, Configuration Management, CI/CD, Automation, Linux systems administration, Scripting in Bash and Programming in Python, AWS and a background in Big Data solutions. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and ensuring the monitoring, reliability and scalability of our services. This role currently supports a customer onsite rotating schedule (during normal business hours) in Hanover, MD with some work out of our Columbia, MD office. Flexibility is key for success.
If you have a passion for DevOps and are interested in working with a dynamic and innovative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
#LI-DS1 #Mid-Senior Level
Essential Job Responsibilities - Support the development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS, especially EKS.
- Assist in automating deployment processes and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to ensure the reliability and rapid scaling of services.
- Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS.
- Collaborate closely with development teams to seamlessly integrate their applications into the operational infrastructure.
- Monitor production systems, troubleshoot issues, and help resolve them to maintain high availability.
- Continuously improve processes and tools to optimize system performance.
- Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, constantly exploring innovative ways to improve our infrastructure.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - Clearance Requirement: Must currently have and maintain an active Top Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
- 9+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
- Strong working knowledge of or experience with one or more of the following:
- Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.
- AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, SNS, SQS, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.
- Configuration management tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
- Application, container, and OS deployment, scaling, and management.
- Ability to develop in Python, Bash, or Go.
- Comfortable operating in a terminal-based environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+)
- Must be able to support customer onsite rotating schedule (during regular business hours) in Hanover or Columbia, MD. Will have some ability to work from home time to time. Flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule.
Preferred Requirements - Proficient knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with Git, Flux, Helm, and other development and deployment tools.
- Experience or familiarity with big data technologies such as: Hadoop, Accumulo, Ceph, Spark, NiFi, Kafka, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
- Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites.
- Experience or familiarity with K9s, AWS CLI is a plus.
- Work could possibly require some on-call work.
We have many more additional great benefits/perks that you can find on our website at www.enlighten.com .
