Senior CI/CD Engineer (Cleared)

Rise8 • Tampa, FL

2d • $143,824 - $179,780 • Hybrid

About The Position

Rise8 builds custom, secure software for government organizations, measuring success by impact: lives saved, time returned, and missions advanced. We think big, start small, and scale fast with elite teams across product, design, and engineering to drive continuous delivery for critical missions. We believe customer experience starts with employee experience, so we take care of our employees. Rise8 is where you’ll do the best work of your career—supported by a culture you won’t find anywhere else. We offer competitive pay and benefits, but what sets us apart is our commitment to autonomy, growth, and a culture rooted in kindness, candor, and continuous learning. Certified as a Great Place to Work®, with 100% of employees saying they love working here, Rise8 is where bold ideas become real capabilities. Where mission meets meaning. And where fewer bad things happen because of bad software.

Requirements

• Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance OR be SCI eligible.
• Must live within the commutable driving distance into Tampa, Florida several days per week (hybrid work)
• A background of 6+ years in cloud/platform operations or related roles across diverse environments, or recently finishing their PhD in a technical field.
• Develop and implement CI/CD pipelines, integrating security and compliance measures for continuous code deployment by API teams.
• Experience in working with GitHub Actions or equivalent software.
• Proficiency in script writing, irrespective of programming languages.
• Ability to manage infrastructure assets, encompassing networks, servers, operating systems, and databases.
• Knowledge of software packaging tools (.exe, .deb, .rpm, and Docker).
• Proficiency in version control tools such as Git, Subversion, and Mercurial.
• Experience in managing cloud providers, including AWS, GCP, and Azure.
• Familiarity with security, vulnerability, monitoring, and code coverage analytical tools.
• Full-stack experience covering both frontend and backend development.
• Strong background in API Development.
• Comfortable operating software in Linux environments.
• Solid understanding of algorithms, databases, and design patterns, with effective application.
• Excellent communication skills with a preference for a pair-programming environment.
• Proficient in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and agile methodologies.
• Strong facilitation skills.
• A degree (BA/BS) in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Must go through a background investigation if hired.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in troubleshooting challenges using the Linux/Unix command line interface
• Familiarity with Microsoft AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service) and Amazon EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service)
• Possession of recognized Professional Certifications such as CKA, RHCE, Linux+, MCSA, AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Developer, Security+, CISSP, and CCNA
• Background in DevOps automation practices
• Direct experience in client interaction
• Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) operations, particularly within a DoD "Software Factory" context

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of CI/CD principles to enhance software delivery processes.
• Regularly review and refine CI/CD principles in an iterative manner.
• Provide knowledgeable guidance on the development and operation of CI/CD tools and platforms.
• Collaborate closely with product teams to create and sustain pipeline configurations.
• Implement process automation to streamline and minimize manual efforts.
• Maintain open communication with product teams within your portfolio to understand their software build and deployment requirements, ensuring CI/CD facilitates a seamless experience.
• Champion AI-augmented ways of working across your engagement(s), leveraging AI tooling to accelerate delivery, reduce cycle time, and drive better outcomes at scale.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule in a 100% distributed workforce
• Premium Insurance: We cover up to 100% of the employee premium and up to 80% of the combined dependent premium on our base health plan, depending on pay band. We also cover 100% of the premium for employee and dependent Dental and Vision as well as employee premiums for Life and Disability coverage.
• Retirement: 401k match at 10% gross pay.
• Paid time off (PTO): 4 weeks combined accrued vacation and sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, your birthday, jury duty, and bereavement.
• Education & Training: Accrued budget of up to $3,500 per year for classes, travel, events, and materials.
• Home Office and Merch: We offer $750 per year for home office technology and equipment as well as $100 per year for Rise8 merch from our Swag Store.
• Wellness Budget: To encourage and support a well-rounded healthy lifestyle, we cover 100% reimbursement on a variety of wellness activities and products, up to $500 per calendar year.
• Equipment: We offer a MacBook Pro

What This Job Offers

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