Senior DevOps Engineer (AWS / Kubernetes / Top Secret)

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Job Overview

The Senior DevOps Engineer (AWS / Kubernetes / Top Secret) at Jobot is responsible for enhancing our cloud infrastructure and optimizing our deployment pipelines. You will collaborate closely with software engineering teams to ensure a seamless integration of development and operations. This role requires extensive experience with AWS and Kubernetes, alongside a strong understanding of security protocols to manage top-secret information. Your contributions will directly influence operational efficiency, application reliability, and scalability within our cloud environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enhance development workflows.
• Manage and orchestrate containerized applications using Kubernetes.
• Monitor system performance and security to ensure the integrity of top-secret data.
• Collaborate with software engineering teams to integrate development and operations processes.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) techniques.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in cloud environments efficiently.
• Document processes, architectures, and operational procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in DevOps roles with a strong focus on AWS and Kubernetes.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• Proficient in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.) for automation.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or similar.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts and cloud architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Technologies & Tools

This position requires familiarity with a variety of technologies and tools essential for effective DevOps practices. You will work extensively with Amazon Web Services (AWS), including EC2, S3, and RDS, as well as containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes. Additionally, experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI, along with automation frameworks like Terraform or Ansible, is highly desirable.

Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. They possess a strong work ethic, are committed to continuous improvement, and embrace a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders will further enhance their effectiveness in this role. A genuine interest in cloud technologies and a desire to stay updated with industry trends are also key traits of a successful applicant.