DevOps Engineer
(Onsite) US South East Virginia

Duration: Long-term contract

Role Overview:
As a DevOps Engineer, you will be a key contributor to our IT team, responsible for implementing and maintaining the tools and practices necessary to streamline our development and operations processes. Your role will involve collaborating with development, testing, and operational teams to enhance efficiency, automate workflows, and ensure the scalability and reliability of our systems.Key Responsibilities:
1. Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery processes.- Ensure code quality and consistency through automated testing and deployment practices.2. Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
- Implement Infrastructure as Code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.- Automate provisioning and configuration of infrastructure resources in cloud environments.3. Automation and Orchestration:
- Develop automation scripts and workflows to streamline repetitive tasks and operational processes.- Orchestrate and manage containerized applications using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.4. Monitoring and Logging:
- Set up monitoring solutions to track system performance, availability, and security.- Implement logging mechanisms for effective troubleshooting and analysis.5. Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to bridge gaps and optimize workflows.- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to provide updates on system status and improvements.6. Security and Compliance:
- Implement security best practices throughout the development and deployment lifecycle.- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to infrastructure and deployment.Key Skills:
1. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.2. Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.3. Strong knowledge of configuration management tools such as Ansible or Puppet.4. Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.5. Expertise in containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).6. Understanding of networking concepts and security principles.7. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.- Proven experience in a DevOps or related role.- Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Docker Certified Associate, or Kubernetes Certified Administrator.Location:
This position is based in the United States, and candidates should be familiar with local regulations and best practices.