RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer 4 in Reston, VA.
Essential Functions:
* Site Reliability Engineer 4 will oversee technical designs for software solutions that combine Open Source components, COTS (commercial off the shelf) components, and custom developed components
* Deploy, configure, and maintain services in production, QA, and development environments, on various platforms such as OpenStack and Docker
* Development of enabling infrastructure using Terraform
* Development of deployment automation tools including Ansible
* Development of automation and configuration management solutions using SaltStack and Jenkins
* Development of encryption solutions using Hashicorp Vault
* Development of a large-scale Software Defined Network (SDN) using Guardicore
* Documentation of processes, procedures, and configurations
* Coordination with other technical staff to implement systems and software
* Performance of occasional operations support functions, including problem isolation and resolution
* Documentation of processes, procedures, configurations, and deployment plans
* As a Site Reliability Engineer 4, you will provide critical technical leadership in the areas of operational process and change management, and mentor less experienced engineers
* Regularly reporting progress to management
* Participate in a 24x7 on call rotation
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
* 8 years of experience developing and operating mission-critical systems
* Excellent understanding of Linux configuration and administration
* Strong experience with a high-level scripting language such as Python
* Strong automation experience; Not just developing automation, but knowing why we automate and what to automate
* Strong understanding of infrastructure-as-code
* Strong understanding of network protocols and security
* Experience developing mature solutions for monitoring and reporting using tools like Grafana and Splunk
* Familiarity with development tools such as GitHub, Jira, and Confluence
* Strong written and verbal communication skills - able to clearly and succinctly describe complex issues
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.