Lead DevOps Engineer (Remote Opportunity)

VetsEZ is seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to support the Department of Veteran Affairs. The DevOps Lead will be responsible for leading the DevOps strategy, implementing best practices, and ensuring the seamless integration and operation of our software development and deployment processes. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

The candidate must reside within the continental US.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of the organization's DevOps strategy, aligning it with business goals and objectives.
• Design and implement automation solutions for infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and deployment processes.
• Architect, deploy, and manage scalable and resilient infrastructure on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment processes.
• Integrate CI/CD pipelines with version control systems, issue trackers, and other development tools.
• Set up monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and respond to infrastructure and application issues.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to DevOps engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the DevOps team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or Technical related discipline. 
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in DevOps.
• Proven experience in a DevOps or infrastructure role, with a track record of implementing successful DevOps initiatives.
• Expertise in CI/CD tools and practices, including version control, build automation, and deployment automation.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and experience with cloud platforms, specifically with AWS.
• Automate repetitive tasks and workflows using scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Drive the adoption of DevOps best practices, tools, and methodologies across development and operations teams.
• Develop incident response procedures and playbooks to guide the resolution of production incidents.
• Collaborate closely with software development, QA, and IT teams to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience in SAFe/Agile Software Development
• Ability to obtain a government clearance
• Familiarity with VA/Federal environment a plus

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k with Employer Match
• Corporate Laptop
• PTO + Federal Holidays
• Training opportunities
• Remote work options

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Sorry, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.