DevOps

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable, highly available, and secure AWS infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles

• Develop, implement, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines and workflows to automate software delivery processes using tools like Jenkins, AWS Code Pipeline, and GitLab CI

• Collaborate with software development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration, smooth deployments, and efficient troubleshooting of production issues; demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements and technologies

• Implement and manage containerization and orchestration using technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes (Amazon ECS/EKS)

• Define and deploy systems for monitoring, logging, and alerting on the AWS platform using tools like AWS CloudWatch, Prometheus, and Grafana

• Ensure security best practices are integrated throughout the development lifecycle, managing IAM roles and policies, and implementing robust security controls

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues across various application domains and platforms, performing root cause analysis to prevent recurrence

• Identify gaps in current processes, recommend improvements, and execute solutions to boost efficiency

• Document procedures, configurations, and best practices for cloud deployments

• Evaluate new technology alternatives and vendor products, recommending enhancements for architecture and processes to drive continuous improvement

• Manage disaster recovery design and deployment strategies across different regions

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for systems, processes, and operational procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 1-3 years of hands-on experience in provisioning, operating, and managing AWS environments
• Proficiency in core AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, Lambda, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, and SQS
• Demonstrated experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible or AWS CloudFormation
• Strong scripting and programming skills in languages such as Python, Bash, Shell, or Ruby
• Strong experience with modern DevOps tools, including CI/CD, infrastructure management, project management, logging, and compliance security scanning
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline) and version control systems (Git/GitHub)
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Understanding of networking concepts like VPN, VPCs, DNS, and load balancing
• Basic scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, Ruby or PowerShell AFS Skills: Cloud, AWS, Data Platforms, Microservices
• Strong background in Linux/Unix system administration
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams

Preferred Certifications

• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or related Kubernetes certification
• CompTIA Security+ or other relevant security certifications.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation; however, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose undue hardship.

The total compensation package for this position will also include incentive compensation and benefits such as health insurance, unlimited paid time off, parental leave, a 401k matching program, and other benefits to its employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you reside in a state or locality with enacted pay transparency laws, you are entitled to request and receive additional details regarding compensation and benefits. For assistance, please contact us at 202-524-8238 between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday.