Lead DevOps Software Engineer – Kubernetes & RF Systems

Ctrl + • Fort Meade, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lead the development, deployment, and evolution of mission-critical communications systems in a highly customer-facing role. Develop, deploy, and administer complex systems using C++ or Python, Kubernetes, and GPU technologies for satellite communications. The position is on-site in Fort Meade, Maryland, and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Applicants must live within commuting distance; limited telework may be available for some roles, but regular on-site attendance is required.

The role involves designing, deploying, and managing Kubernetes clusters with Rancher and RKE2; configuring high availability, networking, storage, and security; automating operating-system deployment and configuration with Ansible; building GitOps pipelines and deployments; developing in C++ or Python and supporting RF data processing; and gathering requirements and presenting to stakeholders.

Requirements

• 20 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Kubernetes cluster design and lifecycle management experience.
• Experience with Rancher and RKE2.
• Kubernetes security knowledge, including RBAC, secrets, and certificates.
• Experience with Helm and CNCF tools.
• DevOps, GitOps, and pipeline experience.
• Advanced RHEL/Rocky Linux skills, including hardening and PXE boot.
• Experience with Ansible playbooks, roles, and collections.
• Python and Bash scripting skills.
• Knowledge of switching, routing, and VLANs.
• Stakeholder communication skills.
• Applicants must currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; the employer does not sponsor new clearances or clearance upgrades.
• Applicants must live within commuting distance of the Fort Meade, Maryland, work location.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
• Go programming experience.
• RF data processing and application development experience.
• GPU technology experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clusters with Rancher and RKE2.
• Configure high availability, networking, storage, and security.
• Automate operating-system deployment and configuration with Ansible.
• Build GitOps pipelines and deployments.
• Develop in C++ or Python and support RF data processing.
• Gather requirements and present to stakeholders.
• Develop, deploy, and administer complex systems for satellite communications.

Benefits

• 10% employer 401(k) non-elective contribution.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development and certification reimbursement.
• Technology and ergonomic equipment reimbursement, subject to eligibility.
• Referral and retention bonus programs, subject to eligibility.
• Paid social and team events.
• Compensation model options include Max Rate, With Bonus, or With Bonus and PTO; PTO and bonuses depend on the selected model and role eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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