Senior DevOps Engineer 25k Sign On Bonus

Leidos, Inc.
Columbia, MD, United States
13 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
$131,300.0 - $237,350.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Agile Methodology Amazon Web Services Computing Platforms Confluence JIRA C++ (Programming Language) CentOS Cloud Computing Software Code Optimization Computer Programming Software Debugging
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Linux DevOps Elasticsearch Python (Programming Language) Memcached MySQL Network Protocols Object-Oriented Software Development Platform as a Service (PAAS) PCI Data Security Standards Performance Tuning Red Hat Enterprise Linux Redis Ansible Ruby Systems Integration Web Services Scripting Firewalls (Computer Science) Git Kubernetes Information Technology Deployment Automation Puppet Kibana Network Server Atlassian Bamboo Docker Jenkins Golang

Job description

  • Support the development lifecycle, including platform design, deployment, and debugging.
  • Build and maintain a release pipeline for fast, secure delivery to production.
  • Automate deployments across environments using scripting languages and toolkits.
  • Configure sites/applications via tools like Puppet and Ansible, and maintain Confluence/Jira software.
  • Assist in designing/maintaining web service infrastructure and deployments.
  • Identify and implement process improvements through automation and streamlining.

Requirements

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Senior DevOps Engineer with expertise in Git and extensive experience in platform architecture, automation, and cloud infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of Linux and Windows environments, Agile methodologies, and the ability to implement cutting-edge solutions for deployment and system optimization. The ideal candidate is proficient in programming, has a strong background in system administration, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment., * Bachelor’s degree or Masters Degree in Engineering (e.g., Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace) or Computer Science and 12 or more years technical experience

  • Fluent with Git and version control best practices, including branching and merging strategies.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux environments (RHEL 6/7/8, RHCSA/RHCE, CentOS) and Windows system administration.
  • Experience integrating Jenkins/Bamboo, Docker, and Kubernetes for automated deployment (preferred).
  • Expertise with caching technologies (e.g., Memcache, Active MQ, Redis, APC), MySQL (Clusters, Replication, Tuning), and Elasticsearch (Kibana a plus).
  • Familiarity with security practices, networking protocols, firewalls, and PCI compliance.
  • Experience with Agile development environments and managing AWS cloud or virtualized servers in PaaS environments.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (Ruby, C/C++, Go, Python, or Java) and understanding of object-oriented programming.
  • Clearance Requirement: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph

Benefits & conditions

At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

This position is eligible for a $25,000 sign on bonus!

Are you seeking a new and challenging position supporting a complex program for the Warfighter, which implements the latest technology? Well, look no further! This is an exciting time to contribute to a mission-critical program with lasting impactful results., Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

About the company

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior DevOps Engineer in our Intelligence Sector’s Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management., Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

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