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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # DevOps Engineer, Infrastructure & Security - **Company:** Scale Inc - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $198,400.0 - $311,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Windows PowerShell, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Google Cloud, Delivery Pipeline, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Machine Learning Operations, Terraform, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/16477046?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F16477046%2FDevops-Engineer-Infrastructure-Security-D-C-Washington ## About the Role * 2-3 years of experience as a DevOps Engineer, DevSecOps Engineer, Software Engineer with a strong focus on CI/CD, or a similar role. * Proven track record of building or significantly enhancing CI/CD pipelines. * Experience configuring and adapting application code to integrate seamlessly with evolving CI/CD environments. * Experience working fluently with standard containerization & deployment technologies like Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, etc. * Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). * Strong proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell). * Familiarity with various CI/CD platforms (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps). * Knowledge of software architecture, system design, and version control systems. * Comfort with rapidly changing, fast-paced environments and a passion for finding automated solutions to complex problems. * Basic understanding of security best practices in software development and an eagerness to integrate them. * A hunger for learning new technologies, particularly in the realm of integrating ML into automated workflows. * Strong problem-solving, analytical, collaboration, and communication skills. Nice to haves: * Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). * Exposure to machine learning lifecycles or MLOps concepts. * Prior experience in classified environments. Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position and may be inclusive of several career levels at Scale; it will be determined during the interview process based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend. ## Description $198,400spanspan class="divider"-spanspan$311,000 USDspandivdivdiv class="pay-input"div class="title"The base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of Hawaii, Washington DC, Texas, Colorado is:divdiv class="pay-range"span$178,400spansp United States, D.C., Washington Jul 16, 2026 As Scale's product portfolio and customer base expand, we are seeking skilled DevOps Engineers, Public Sector to be at the forefront of building out and enhancing our CI/CD pipelines. You will play a crucial role in streamlining our Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) through collaborative efforts, moving us from a state of manual, disparate deployments to a more unified and automated system. These engineers will gain a deep understanding of our core products' architecture and composition, enabling them to effectively deploy and manage these systems when needed. A critical aspect of this role will be seamlessly integrating various machine learning (ML) tasks and updates into our SDLC, transforming currently separate ML components into a cohesive and automated workflow. While direct ML expertise is not required, a desire to learn and integrate ML components into the lifecycle is essential. Must have: * At least an active TS/SCI clearance and the ability & willingness to up level to CI Poly. This is a requirement and candidates will not be considered who do not hold at least a TS/SCI clearance. You will: * Design, develop, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment of our lowside and highside products. * Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to enhance existing application code for improved compatibility and streamlined integration within automated pipelines. * Contribute to the overall architecture and design of our deployment systems, bringing new ideas to life for increased efficiency and reliability. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex deployment issues, ensuring minimal disruption to development cycles. * Develop a deep understanding of our product and ML architectures to facilitate seamless integration and deployment. * Document pipeline processes and configurations to ensure maintainability and knowledge transfer. * Proactively incorporate security best practices into all stages of the CI/CD pipeline, building security into our development processes. * Drive standardization and foster collaboration across different product teams to achieve a unified and efficient SDLC. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) ## Related Articles - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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