Base-2 Solutions

DevOps Engineer Level 4

Base-2 Solutions • $100K — $140K *
Bethesda, MD 20817In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Yesterday
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Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph eligibility.
  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of ten years in relevant field.
  • One DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification required.
  • Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration.
  • Proficient in troubleshooting Kubernetes environments.
  • Experience with developing GitLab pipelines and CI/CD integration.
  • Knowledge of Linux operating systems and relevant security policies.

Responsibilities

  • Deploy and maintain a production big data pipeline with microservices on Kubernetes.
  • Improve CI/CD processes for faster development and error detection.
  • Design and support scalable infrastructure, both physical and virtual.
  • Configure Kubernetes deployments using Helm for feature requirements.
  • Collaborate with Systems Engineers for new feature designs.
  • Provide technical documentation and model support to engineering teams.
  • Engage in Agile processes including planning, scrum, and design sessions.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision.
  • Competitive fixed salary with potential bonuses for performance.
  • 401(k) plan with an 8% company contribution and immediate vesting.
  • Up to 20 days of flexible PTO and 11 paid holidays.
  • Flexible work schedules for better work-life balance.
Full Job Description
  • Requisition ID: 2697
  • Standard Title: Senior DevOps Engineer
  • Required Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI
  • Location: Bethesda, MD
  • Work Type: On-Site
  • Shift: First
  • Referral Eligibility: Eligible
  • U.S. Citizenship Required? Yes


Position Summary

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a DevOps Engineer to support the DOMEX Data Discovery Platform Modernization program in Bethesda, Maryland. This role supports the design, deployment, and maintenance of a full-stack containerized microservices architecture and contributes to DevOps, systems administration, installation, configuration, and production support activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Deploy, triage, and maintain a production big data pipeline using a microservice architecture running on Kubernetes, Elasticsearch backend, and Kafka messaging.
  • Enhance, improve, and maintain CI/CD and DevOps scripts and processes to support faster development, quicker error detection, and resilient deployments.
  • Design, develop, and support scalable, redundant infrastructure, including physical and virtualized environments.
  • Use Helm to configure Kubernetes deployments to support new feature requirements.
  • Collaborate with Systems Engineers to design solutions for new features and requirements.
  • Provide technical input to systems engineering documentation, diagrams, and models in coordination with Systems Engineering and Architecture team members.
  • Participate in Agile release planning, scrum of scrums, bug triage, design sessions, and other meetings.
Required Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of ten years of experience in the category field.
  • Possess at least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification, such as CCNA Security, CySA+, Security+ CE, SSCP, CISSP, or CISSP Associate.
  • Ability to obtain Privileged User Account certification per DoD 8570 policy.
  • Experience with containers and container orchestration, specifically Kubernetes.
  • Experience troubleshooting Kubernetes environments, including Ingress/Gateway API, Helm chart design/build, pod disruption budgets, affinity/anti-affinity rules, external-secrets, ArgoCD, cert-manager, and eck/Elasticsearch.
  • Experience developing GitLab pipelines, including integration of GitLab CI/CD components, Code Quality reports, and Code Coverage/Test reports.
  • Knowledge of Linux operating systems.
  • Knowledge of sysctls for Kubernetes environments.
  • Experience with FApolicyd and SELinux.
  • Experience with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana.
  • Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with systems at scale.
  • Experience or knowledge of key Agile processes and techniques.
  • Experience with development or scripting languages and tools, such as Bash, PowerShell, SALT, Python, Groovy, or Java.
  • Experience supporting a production or enterprise system.
  • Experience with Kafka or other message-passing systems, such as AMQP or JMS.
  • Experience with Kubernetes monitoring tools, such as Prometheus or Grafana.
  • Experience with GPU-based Kubernetes.
  • Experience with SALT for deployment automation.
  • Experience with Nexus.
Required Education and Experience Equivalency
EducationYears of ExperienceHigh School Diploma/GEDn/aAssociates Degreen/aBachelors' Degree10Masters' Degree10PhD10Required Certifications
  • At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification
Required Security Clearance
  • Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.


Pay & Benefit Highlights
Compensation
  • Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
  • Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent).
Health
  • 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
  • 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Income Protection
  • 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
  • 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000.
Retirement
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).
  • 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options.
Leave
  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
  • 11 paid floating holidays.
Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).

About Base-2 Solutions

Base-2 Solutions delivers technical solutions in software engineering, cyber security, cloud computing, big data, DevSecOp, and data analytics. They have prior experience in software development from the front end to the back end. SQL to JavaScript. They are code experts who use the most modern software libraries, frameworks, and tools in an agile development environment.

Base-2 Solutions Careers

Joining Base-2 Solutions offers a unique opportunity to enhance a career with a company known for its innovation and leadership in the technology sector. Base-2 Solutions is actively seeking professionals who are passionate about using their skills to make a significant impact in a diverse and dynamic environment.

Explore Job Opportunities

Base-2 Solutions is not just a company; it's a place where ambitious talents come to grow. With a variety of job opportunities available, from entry-level positions to senior leadership roles, Base-2 Solutions empowers every team member to thrive. Search open positions that align with professional skills and career goals.

Experience Professional Growth and Development

Base-2 Solutions places a high value on professional growth, offering extensive training and development programs that include leadership training and diversity workshops. The commitment to professional development ensures that every employee has the resources and opportunities to advance their career.

Internship Programs

For those starting their career journey, Base-2 Solutions offers robust internship programs. These programs provide a platform for gaining valuable industry experience and building a professional network. Internships at Base-2 Solutions are designed to transform academic knowledge into professional expertise.

Cultivating a Culture of Innovation

At Base-2 Solutions, the culture is built on a foundation of innovation and creativity. The company encourages new ideas and solutions that drive progress and lead industry trends. Employees at Base-2 Solutions enjoy a collaborative environment where innovation thrives.

Benefits and Employee Well-being

Recognizing the importance of a balanced life, Base-2 Solutions offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the well-being of its team members and their families. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance.

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