Senior Principal DevOps and Platform Engineer

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Job Overview

The Senior Principal DevOps and Platform Engineer at General Dynamics Mission Systems is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and management of scalable and secure infrastructure solutions. This role requires a strong foundation in both software development and system administration, as well as expertise in automation methodologies, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and cloud services. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize our technology stack and improve operational efficiency while ensuring the development and deployment processes meet high standards of quality and reliability.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines to streamline software delivery processes.
• Lead the automation efforts across infrastructure management, configuration, and deployment.
• Collaborate closely with software development teams to integrate operational requirements into software designs.
• Assess and implement cloud architecture solutions to ensure optimal application performance and security.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues while conducting root cause analysis.
• Develop system documentation and operational procedures to improve the overall efficiency of the organization.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers in DevOps practices and tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering, DevOps, or related roles.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Strong understanding of containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an Agile development environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Technologies & Tools

The Senior Principal DevOps and Platform Engineer will utilize a variety of technologies and tools including, but not limited to, AWS for cloud services, Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration, Jenkins for CI/CD pipeline orchestration, Terraform for infrastructure as code, and Ansible for configuration management. Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or equivalent systems will be essential for ensuring infrastructure health and performance.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for this position will possess a strong technical acumen, paired with excellent communication skills to foster collaboration within teams. They should exhibit leadership qualities having the ability to guide teams through complex projects while being adaptable and open to evolving technologies. A proactive mindset towards problem resolution, willingness to embrace challenges, and a passion for continuous improvement in efficiency and productivity will further differentiate the right fit for this role.