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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior DevOps Engineer - Lunar Permanence - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $181,626.0 - $254,275.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Biometrics, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Distributed Systems, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Subnetting, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Pair Programming, Ansible, Prometheus, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Management of Software Versions, Reliability of Systems, Firewalls (Computer Science), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Gitlab, Cloudformation, Containerization, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Rancher, Hashicorp, Software Coding, Terraform, Software Version Control, Block Storage, Docker - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17693920?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17693920%2FSenior-Devops-Engineer-Lunar-Permanence-Washington-Seattle ## About the Role * BS or higher degree in Computer Science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., physics or mathematics), or equivalent practical experience. * 8+ years professional experience minimum. * Experience with Linux, Docker, Continuous Integration and Delivery * Experience developing and owning CI/CD pipelines that deliver high quality work to customers continuously. * Experience improving stability through monitoring, analysis, thoughtful code reviews, and detailed feedback. * Advanced knowledge and experience with AWS and its tools * Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code and technologies used to achieve this (Terraform/CloudFormation) * Hands-on experience with software defined networking (VPC, Subnets, Firewalls, VPNs, etc.) * Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (such as Docker) and orchestration platforms (such as Kubernetes) * Hands-on experience with Rancher for centralized management, provisioning, and governance of Kubernetes clusters across distributed environments * Proficiency with RKE2 (Rancher Kubernetes Engine 2), including cluster deployment, upgrades, and hardening in security-conscious environments * Experience implementing and operating Longhorn for distributed block storage, including volume management, backups/snapshots, and disaster recovery * In depth knowledge with the following tools: * Alloy * Loki * Prometheus * Hashicorp Consul * Hashicorp Vault * Experience deploying to, and managing, an on-premises/cloud hybrid infrastructure solution * Experience improving stability through monitoring, analysis, thoughtful code reviews, and detailed feedback. * Experience with Python * Experience with GitLab * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proven understanding of source control tools and concepts such as git workflows, versioning, branching. * Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships. Preferred Qualifications: * Strong experience in leading complex DevOps projects from inception to completion, involving multiple stakeholders. * Experience in engaging with end-users and stakeholders to gather requirements and feedback for continuous improvement. * Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments and new technologies quickly. * Experience with scripted and compiled languages such as python, and C/C++. * Experience using configuration as code tools to manage physical workstations (Ansible, etc.) * Experience with Agile methodologies * Aerospace Industry experience with safety critical software and/or tools qualification activities * Experience with NPR 7150.2D ## Description As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will work with other software systems engineers and other discipline teams to ensure compliance to standards and define processes around the required compliance. You will also have long term vision and strategy for the products to truly sustain lunar missions. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Lead in architectural discussions to advocate for scalable and secure DevOps practices. * Design and implement monitoring solutions to proactively identify issues, ensuring system reliability and performance. * Lead initiatives to enhance automation, improve deployment frequency, and reduce manual interventions. * Conduct regular audits of CI/CD pipelines to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. * Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide insights into system performance and team productivity. * Engage in code reviews, pair programming, and technical workshops to foster a culture of learning and innovation. * Collaborate with developers and program managers to design and develop CI/CD pipelines for avionics software deployed to development hardware, simulated environments, and hardware-in-the-loop systems. * Train, guide, and mentor team members on CI/CD best practices. * Set direction and goals for the team regarding project impact, product quality, and engineering efficiency. * Collect and analyze data to understand and troubleshoot pipeline performance. * Understand the safety-critical software development process and create tools to enhance its efficiency and effectiveness., Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check * Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check * Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation * Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. * Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical ## Related Videos - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [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) - [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) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 137 - AI'm not sure about this](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/485-dev-digest-137-ai-m-not-sure-about-this)