Senior DevOps Engineer

Senior Dev Ops Engineer I

Based out of Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Senior Dev Ops Engineer I is responsible for developing and maintaining the software infrastructure required for software development testing, flat sat testing, and hardware in the loop (HITL) testing. You will support the FSW Team Lead, HITL Lead and Space Systems organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain the infrastructure used to test top of the line spacecraft
• Develop tools to automate FSW and HITL testing
• Work hands-on with space and test hardware to develop and debug test infrastructure
• Work in a cross-disciplined team to build the tools to verify spacecraft functionality and performance

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or other technical discipline
• 5+ years of Dev Ops or Build & Release Engineering experience
• Experience with Python development, Git, and Jira
• Experience with CI/CD
• Experience with Kubernetes
• Experience with C, C++, and/or C#
• U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements

• Experience with Team City
• Ability to write clear and concise software documentation
• Experience with Linux
• Experience with data processing and visualization
• Experience with cloud computing
• Demonstrated experience in full-stack web development
• Experience with databases and networking
• Experience with distributed applications
• Experience with Ansible or similar

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus
• Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing
• Must be physically able to commute to buildings
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Other perks include:
Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$120,000 — $150,000 USD

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.

Learn more about ITAR here .

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