Associate DevOps Engineer

FindCincinnati, OH
Onsite

About The Position

Exostar is seeking a motivated Associate Software Engineer to join their DevOps team in Cincinnati. This role involves building and supporting automation tools and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with experienced engineers, and utilizing cutting-edge tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to accelerate development. The position will also contribute to software that enhances the building, testing, and deployment of cloud applications.

Requirements

  • 1–3 years of experience in software development, DevOps, or related technical roles, including internships or personal projects.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Python, JavaScript, Java, or .NET.
  • Hands-on experience using Generative AI tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Codex) to write, refactor, or troubleshoot code.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI, and a basic understanding of modern software delivery pipelines.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure preferred; AWS or Google Cloud acceptable) through academic, project, or hands-on experience.
  • Comfort with scripting and automation in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
  • Understanding Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles.
  • Basic knowledge of containers and development in Linux-based environments.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proven ability to learn new technologies independently as needed.
  • Willingness to work onsite in a collaborative environment, engaging directly with peers to deliver working solutions quickly.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience building or contributing to internal tools, automation frameworks, or developer platforms.
  • Proficiency with container orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes) and related concepts like Helm or service meshes.
  • Hands-on exposure to monitoring and observability tools such as Dynatrace, Prometheus, Grafana, or similar.
  • Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and working in compliance-driven environments (e.g., FedRAMP, ITAR, NIST).
  • Demonstrate the ability to prototype quickly and iterate using AI-assisted coding workflows.
  • Completed coursework or certification in cloud architecture, DevOps, or cybersecurity.
  • Contribute to open-source projects or strong personal coding portfolio showcasing full stack or DevOps-related work.
  • Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business or other related field.
  • Experience with tools like Terraform is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance full stack applications that support automation, deployment, and internal developer tooling.
  • Build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or similar tools to streamline software delivery.
  • Write scripts and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform, PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate cloud provisioning and operational tasks.
  • Collaborate with peers onsite in real-time to debug issues, design solutions, and deliver working software in a fast-paced environment.
  • Learn new technologies on the fly and adapt quickly to project needs, using Generative AI tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to accelerate development.
  • Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and agile ceremonies, contributing actively to team deliverables.
  • Support the monitoring and observability of automation solutions, ensuring performance, traceability, and availability.
  • Help document processes, tools, and learnings to improve team productivity and onboarding for future engineers.
  • Take ownership of tasks and demonstrate a bias for action, even when working in unfamiliar areas.

Benefits

  • We believe in employee development: we promote internally and provide training and educational assistance
  • We provide a fun, engaged workplace, with social and community-building events
  • We offer comprehensive benefits and flexible time off plans
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