DevOps Engineer (Hybrid)Job Description Polaris is seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced development team. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Linux systems administration, and a background in Big Data solutions, configuration management, automation, scripting, and AWS. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our services. Work is performed in a hybrid environment (on average 1-2 days a week) in JSBA Lackland, TX with a great team.
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.
Essential Job Responsibilities - Support development and deployment of infrastructure in AWS
- Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services
- Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure on AWS
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate their applications into the infrastructure
- Monitor and troubleshoot production systems and resolve issues as necessary
- Continuously improve processes and tools to ensure high availability and performance
- Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, continuously exploring new ways to improve our infrastructure
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications - Security Clearance - A current TS/SCI U.S. Government Security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship required.
- Experience: 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR 5+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development (Java preferred) and Bachelors in related field; OR 9 years relevant experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting.
- Proficient in configuration management tools such as Ansible or Puppet.
- Knowledge of AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.
- Experience with application and OS deployment, scaling, and management.
- Ability to develop in multiple programming languages such as bash, Python, or Go.
- Familiarity with Git and other development tools such as deployment pipelines.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites.
- Must be able to obtain Security+ certification within 60 days of hire.
- Must be able to work in a hybrid environment. On average 1-2 days per week in Columbia, MD. Flexibility is key to accommodate any schedules changes per the customer.
Preferred Requirements - Experience with big data technologies like: Hadoop, Spark, MongoDB, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
- Experience with containers and Kubernetes are a plus
- Work could possibly require some on-call work.
Benefits: - Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) company match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Company Provided Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability insurance
Polaris Consulting Group, Inc., is an 8(a) certified, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business based in Alexandria, VA. Our cleared business professionals are experienced, knowledgeable, subject matter experts who make our clients' mission their own. We combine innovation with expertise and industry-standard techniques to deliver people, processes, technology, and information solutions critical to mission success.
Polaris is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class. To comply with the District of Columbia's Pay Transparency Requirements, Polaris provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in Washington D.C. Actual compensation is influenced by various factors, including skill set, experience level, and specific office location.