DevOps Engineer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

DevOps Engineer supporting development and deployment of AWS infrastructure solutions for Enlighten. Collaborating with teams to ensure reliability, scalability, and automation across services.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeColumbia • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $137,510 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing and deploying cloud infrastructure on AWS, particularly with EKS, while ensuring high availability and performance through automation and continuous improvement. Proficient in Kubernetes management, configuration management tools, and mentoring engineering teams.

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AWS Services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda)Kubernetes ManagementTerraform and Ansible ProficiencyPython, Bash, or Go DevelopmentDoD 8140 / 8570 Compliance Certifications

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Hard Skills

Cloud Infrastructure DeploymentContainer OrchestrationConfiguration ManagementApplication DeploymentLinux System AdministrationTroubleshooting Complex IssuesAGILE MethodologiesMonitoring and Performance OptimizationAutomation of Deployment ProcessesProduction System Management

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsOral and Written CommunicationTeam LeadershipMentorship

Tools & Technologies

GitFluxTerminal-Based Environments

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8140 / 8570 Compliance CertificationsSecurity+

Industry Keywords

DevOps EngineeringSoftware DevelopmentInfrastructure ManagementCloud ServicesEdge Infrastructure

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSCloudEC2FluxGoKubernetesLinuxPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.
Seamlessly transition between hands-on execution and team guidance, treating mentorship and team leadership as inherent components of senior-level impact.

Requirements

What you’ll need

9+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 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.
Demonstrated experience serving as a tech lead, mentor, or manager for engineering teams.
Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+).

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% paid employee premium for healthcare, vision and dental plans.
10% 401k benefit.
Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays.
Education/training allowances.
$20K Sign On Bonus if hired as an employee for Enlighten.