Devops Engineer

Job Title:

Dev Ops Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Kubernetes SME / Platform Engineer to support a cutting‑edge Navy modernization effort focused on ship and submarine platforms. This role blends full‑stack engineering with Dev Sec Ops  practices and includes contributions to technical research and white papers that shape future naval capabilities.

• Architect, develop, and deploy scalable containerized applications using Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Design and maintain full‑stack solutions using Python, Bash, and modern frameworks.
• Implement and manage automated testing, deployment, and monitoring systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure secure, reliable, and high‑performance software delivery.
• Author technical documentation, white papers, and research briefs to support Navy modernization strategy.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development and production environments.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in Dev Sec Ops , cloud‑native platforms, and military‑grade software systems.

• Proficiency in Linux, Kubernetes, and Python.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong troubleshooting and development skills.
• Familiarity with infrastructure tools such as Terraform, AWS, and VMware.
• Experience in virtualization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in software development and Dev Ops.
• Experience with programming languages including Python and shell scripting (Bash).
• Experience with automated testing and deployment tools such as Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Preferred experience with containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with infrastructure as a service tools (IaaS), including Open Stack.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, including Git Lab.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools, including Prometheus and Grafana.
• Experience with cloud‑based platforms.

This position is 100% onsite in the Anti‑Submarine Warfare lab located in Manassas, VA. The work environment is focused on advanced software modernization efforts with a team of premier Submarine Electronics and Anti‑Submarine Warfare experts.

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas, VA.

The pay range for this position is $75.00 – $100.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan — Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.

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