Enterprise - Senior DevOps Engineer - AWS, Kubernetes, Lambda

Erias Ventures•Ft. Meade, MD

12h•$150,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving , open communication , and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas. Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technically strong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers. Description We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced development team. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Kubernetes and Container Orchestration, Configuration Management, CI/CD, Automation, AWS, Linux systems administration, Scripting in Bash and Programming in Python, and a background in Big Data solutions. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and ensuring the monitoring, reliability and scalability of our services. Work is performed on customer site (on average 4-5 days a week) with a great team. Some travel is expected as well. If you have a passion for DevOps and are interested in working with a dynamic and innovative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Requirements

Fifteen (15+) years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or thirteen (13) years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and nineteen (19) years relevant experience.
Strong knowledge of Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms
Strong knowledge of AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure
Proficient in configuration management tools such as Terraform and Ansible
Experience with application, container, and OS deployment, scaling, and management
Ability to develop in multiple programming languages such as Python, Bash, or Go
Familiarity with Git, Flux, and other development and deployment tools
Must be comfortable in a terminal-based environment
Proficient knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites
Must be able to work on-site at least 4-5 days per week at the customer site in Fort Meade, MD
Must be able to travel CONUS up to 20% of the time
A current TS/SCI U.S. Government Security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with big data technologies like: Hadoop, Spark, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
Experience with containers EKS, Diode, CI/CD, and Terraform are a plus
A DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+) is a big plus; may be asked to obtain certification within a few months of starting

Responsibilities

Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS, especially EKS
Support development and deployment of non-cloud (Edge) infrastructure of on-premise and portable equipment
Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services
Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS
Collaborate with development teams to integrate their applications into the infrastructure
Monitor and troubleshoot production systems and resolve issues as necessary
Continuously improve processes and tools to ensure high availability and performance
Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, continuously exploring new ways to improve our infrastructure
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits.
Above Market Hourly Pay
11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees
Company subsidized Medical Coverage
100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
100% Company Paid Long Term Disability , Short Term Disability , and Group Life Insurance
Monthly Wellness Reimbursement
Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
Onboarding and Annual Swag
Company Paid Professional Development and Training
At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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