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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # DEVOPS ENGINEER II - **Company:** Rocket Lab Corporation - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, JIRA, Bash Shell, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Security, DevOps, Domain Name System (DNS), Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, MariaDB, MySQL, Scrum Methodology, Redis, Ansible, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Deployment, SonarQube, Virtual Machines, Visual Systems, Network Routing, Cloud-native Network Functions (CNF), Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Amazon ElastiCache, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Git, Amazon Relational Database Service, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Network Support, Bare Metal, Bitbucket, Data Management, Front End Software Development, Route53, Cloud Migration, Cloudwatch, Terraform, Code Restructuring, Docker, Jenkins, Artifactory - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-devops-engineer-ii-chantilly-va--098ae074-db19-4d16-a5e9-0c8dec173883 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering or equivalent discipline with 8+ years of experience * Experience in Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud-based development and operations environments * Active TS/SCI security clearance THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: * Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or other technical field * Experience with architecting solutions in AWS Cloud environments * Experience in key AWS services (such as EC2, ELB, RDS, Route53, CloudWatch, S3, etc.) * Experience in supporting DevOps tools and pipeline environments, such as Jira, SharePoint, Bitbucket, Jenkins, SonarQube, and Artifactory * Experience working with Container technologies (such as Kubernetes, Docker, etc.) * Proficiency in Linux system administration * Ability to design, enable, and deliver scalable and automated strategies through Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, such as Ansible and Terraform * Experience supporting cloud network resources such as VPC, URL proxies, private link, DNS, ACLs, Security groups, routing tables, etc. * Background in scripting and/or coding, such as Java, Python, Terraform, and/or Bash * CompTIA Security+ certification (or in pursuit of) * Experience with on-premises to cloud migrations or IT transformations * Experience in database administration; one or more of MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL * Experience in AWS ElastiCache for Redis * Expertise in the Git version control system command line * Familiarity with Information Security frameworks/standards (i.e. CIS, NIST, RFC2196, etc.) * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional * Excellent oral, written, and verbal communication skills This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas. WHAT TO EXPECT We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way., Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Bash Scripting, Climate Change, Cloud Computing, Command Line, Communication Skills, CompTIA Security+, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Security, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, DNS (Domain Name System), Data Management, Database Administration, DevOps, Docker, Git, Government, IR (Infrared), Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Integrated Circuits (ICs), Intelligence Community, Java, Jenkins, Linux Administration, Manufacturing, MariaDB, Microsoft SharePoint, MySQL, Network Routing, Network Support, PostgreSQL, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Demonstration, Product/Service Launch, Production Systems, Python Programming/Scripting Language, RFC, Redis, Refactoring, Regulations, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Service Delivery, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Surveillance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Top Secret Clearance, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Virtual Machine (VM), Wheel/Front-End Loader, Writing Skills ## Description As a Senior DevOps Engineer II based at our Optical Systems site in Chantilly, VA, you will have the opportunity to support Tranche 3 of the U.S. Space Development Agency's (SDA) Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) by automating CI/CD pipelines and deploying applications for advanced Electro-Optical (EO/IR) technology. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO * Support AWS development, test, and production environments * Collaborate with project leads and team members * Align with Security and IT for policy assurance * Develop and support pipelines that include automation and configurations for containers, data management, and release/deployment solutions for programs * Automate software deployments into varied and complex environments using virtual machines, container technologies, Kubernetes, Cloud environments, and bare metal servers * Support engagements related to assessing, refactoring and identifying opportunities for existing applications to leverage modern application architectures (e.g. containers) * Participate in Agile sprints and associated activities * Support onsite work, as well as travel or offsite work, as needed * Perform other duties as assigned ## Related Videos - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [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) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)