DevOps Engineer - AWS/Ansible/Linux/Python at Captivation

<div class="content-intro"><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;"><strong data-redactor-tag="strong">Build to something to be proud of.</strong></span></h1> <hr> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Description</span></h1> <hr> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Captivation Software is seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced development team. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Linux systems administration, and a background in Big Data solutions, configuration management, automation, scripting, containers, and AWS. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our services. This role is primarily based on-site in Augusta, GA, with occasional travel required both within the continental U.S. (CONUS) and internationally (OCONUS).</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">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.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Responsibilities</span></h1> <hr> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Support development and deployment of non-cloud (Edge) infrastructure of on-premise and portable equipment</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Collaborate with development teams to integrate their applications into the infrastructure</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Monitor and troubleshoot production systems and resolve issues as necessary</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Continuously improve processes and tools to ensure high availability and performance</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, continuously exploring new ways to improve our infrastructure</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Other duties as assigned</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Requirements</span></h1> <hr> <h3><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Security Clearance:</span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Current TS/SCI level U.S. Government security clearance is required; U.S. Citizenship required. &nbsp;</li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Minimum Qualifications:</span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">5+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proficient in configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible or Puppet</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of AWS services (EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with application and OS deployment, scaling, and management</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to develop in multiple programming languages such as Python, Bash, or Go</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with Git and other development tools.</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excellent oral and written communication skills</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+) and computing environment cert (i.e. BDP System Admin cert)</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must be willing to travel OCONUS and CONUS 10% of the time</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must be able to work on customer site in Augusta, GA 5 days a week. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed</li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Preferred Qualifications:</span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with big data technologies like: Hadoop, Spark, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with containers EKS, Diode, CI/CD, and Terraform are a plus</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em><strong>This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.</strong></em></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Benefits</span></h1> <hr> <ul> <li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)</span></li> <li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)</span></li> <li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Above Market Hourly Rates</span></li> <li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">$3,600 HSA Contribution</span></li> <li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">6 Weeks Paid Time Off</span></li> <li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term &amp; Long-Term Disability/AD&amp;D</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>