Lead DevOps Software Engineer – Kubernetes & RF Systems
About The Position
The Lead DevOps Software Engineer will lead development, deployment, and evolution of mission-critical communications systems in a highly customer-facing role. The work involves developing, deploying, and administering complex systems using C++ or Python, Kubernetes, and GPU technologies for satellite communications. This is an on-site position in Fort Meade, Maryland. Applicants must live within commuting distance and currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; the company does not sponsor new clearances or clearance upgrades. Regular on-site attendance is required, and the position is not fully remote. Compensation is offered through one of three models: Max Rate, With Bonus, or With Bonus and PTO. PTO and bonuses depend on the selected model and role eligibility.
Requirements
- 20 years of relevant experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
- Currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
- Experience with Kubernetes cluster design and lifecycle management.
- Experience with Rancher and RKE2.
- Knowledge of Kubernetes security, including RBAC, secrets, and certificates.
- Experience with Helm and CNCF tools.
- Experience with DevOps, GitOps, and pipelines.
- 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.
- Must live within commuting distance of Fort Meade, Maryland and be able to work on-site.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
- Go programming experience.
- RF data processing and application development experience.
- GPU technologies experience.
Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clusters using 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.
Benefits
- 10% employer 401(k) non-elective contribution.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- 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.
- Some compensation models include bonus and/or PTO, subject to model selection and role eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
