Technical PM/Chief Engineer (CI-Poly)

Inc. (dci)
McLean, VA, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$275,000.0 - $325,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Data Centers Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Linux Domain Name System (DNS) Python (Programming Language) Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP) Scrum Methodology Kubernetes

Job description

Serve as a Chief Engineer

Lead a team of platform engineers to design, deploy, maintain, and secure platform infrastructure

Collaborate with people inside and outside the organization to deliver the highest standards for:

  • Building, deploying, and securing infrastructure

Provide a blend of technical expertise, project management proficiency, and leadership abilities

Keeping the project on track while navigating project complexity

Align it with business goals while leading a technical team to success

Requirements

Methodology Mastery: Proficiency in different frameworks like Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall

Strategic Planning: Creating project plans, defining scope, setting clear objectives, and managing deliverables.

Risk: Skilled at identifying potential risks early and developing mitigation strategies

Budget Management: Oversee project delivery efforts and lead the project escalation process

Change Management: Be adaptable and able to manage change requests without derailing the project

Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively

Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and lead technical initiatives

Proactive & Ownership: Proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues

Experience with Kubernetes cluster deployments to support large-scale AI platforms

Knowledge of what it takes to deliver Datacenter as a Service

Experience leading ATO efforts and the processes required to maintain security compliance

Strong background in Linux and infrastructure services (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Networking, Storage)

Travel up to 20% of the time, as required, to perform on-site installations, and maintenance, * Kubernetes cluster deployment: 5 years (Required)

  • leading ATO efforts : 8 years (Required)
  • Linux and infrastructure services : 8 years (Required)
  • coding/programming in Python, Rust, and/or Go: 5 years (Preferred)
  • networking: 5 years (Preferred)
  • project management: 8 years (Preferred)
  • building, deploying and securing infrastructure: 8 years (Required)

Benefits & conditions

Tuition reimbursement, 401(k), Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Employee discount, Dental insurance, Relocation assistance Full-time McLean, VA 22103, * 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement

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