DevOps/Software Engineer - R143

Expedition Technology • Herndon, VA

2d

About The Position

At Expedition Technology (EXP), we’re building a team of engineers who automate everything, deploy with precision, and write clean, maintainable code—all in support of mission-critical systems for the DoD and Intel communities. We’re looking for a DevOps-minded Software Engineer who can lead the charge in deploying applications into Kubernetes environments, building robust CI/CD pipelines in GitLab, and writing production-grade Python code. You won’t be managing Kubernetes clusters—you’ll be optimizing deployments on third-party infrastructure. You won’t just be writing Helm charts—you’ll be engineering scalable, observable, and resilient systems.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship - for security clearance eligibility purposes
• An active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong foundation in Python
• Ability to write clean, modular, and well-tested code using modern software engineering practices
• Strong software engineering fundamentals and experience writing production-quality Python
• Deep experience deploying & optimizing deployments in Kubernetes
• Strong Docker fundamentals and experience optimizing images
• Expertise in GitLab and GitLab CI/CD for automation and delivery
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices including logging, monitoring, and observability
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for coaching and mentoring

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) is a plus, but not the primary focus

Responsibilities

• Design and implement GitLab CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment of containerized and source-built applications
• Optimize Kubernetes deployments for performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Build internal tools and Python-based applications to support mission workflows
• Collaborate across teams to establish best practices in software engineering, testing, and observability
• Mentor teammates and help grow engineering capabilities across the team
• Contribute to the design of verification, validation, and evaluation environments

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Time Off : Enjoy 11 paid holidays, up to 34 days of PTO
• Robust 401(k) Plan : Benefit from up to a 12% company contribution, including a 3% safe harbor, 6% match, and up to 3% additional as a form of profit sharing.
• Student Loan Repayment : Take advantage of our unique option to reallocate a portion of your 401(k) match funds to repay student loans, helping you achieve financial freedom faster.
• Paid Parental Leave : Six weeks of paid leave for the primary caregiver and 2 weeks of paid leave for the secondary caregiver for you to bond with your new family member.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Pursue further education with up to $5,250/year available to support your continuous learning and growth.
• Referral Bonus Program : Earn rewards for bringing talented individuals into our team.
• Exclusive Entertainment Perks : Enjoy free tickets to sporting events, theater, concerts, and more, adding fun and excitement to your life.
• Onsite Amenities : Stay fit and healthy with our free, onsite fitness center, active workstations featuring treadmill and bike desks, and enjoy our onsite cafeteria with reduced-cost options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior