ME00661 - DevOps Engineer (ME00661)
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Salary$184k – $196k
LocationAnnapolis Junction, MD
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering 1
Company size501–1,000 people
First seenOct 16, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Extensive experience architecting infrastructure leveraging AWS technologies and services
Developing Infrastructure As Code (IaC) and scripting to automate tasks, provision managed services, and build tools using Python, Ansible, and Terraform
Strong background in containerization technologies: install, configure, and provide performance tuning utilizing Kubernetes, EKS, ECS, Docker, Docker Compose, etc.
Perform high-level functional systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, cost analysis, implementation, and complex issue resolutions
Cloud infrastructure cost savings: iteratively evaluate costs, recommend cost savings measures, reduce maintenance, and reduce AWS services costs
Sprint priority decomposition and ticket generation to align with internal team priorities
Manage team tasking and sprint workloads, keeping the team on task and executing in an orchestrated manner
Tracking ticket execution while driving technical direction of the infrastructure to align with the program and product needs
Managing CI/CD pipelines to automate building, testing, and deploying code utilizing GitLab runners and Argo CD
Communication and collaboration: Able to communicate and collaborate effectively with other team members, as well as with stakeholders
Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
12 years or more of professional experience; or 10 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree
Design, build, and maintain AWS infrastructure including but not limited to EC2, Lambdas, S3, SNS, SQS, Event Router, Athena, Step Functions using Terraform and auto scaling
Understanding of AWS networking principles to include VPCs, NATs, IP Gateway
Develop and manage Gitlab CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment processes
Collaborate with development teams to optimize application performance and reliability
Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and ensure system uptime
Kubernetes experience with a focus on EKS, ECS, and/or Fargate
Skills
Python
Ansible
Terraform
Kubernetes
EKS
ECS
Docker
Docker Compose
GitLab
Argo CD
EC2
Lambda
S3
SNS
SQS
Event Router
Athena
Step Functions
VPC
NAT
IP Gateway
Fargate
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid holidays
PTO
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Job Summary
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Provide a reliable, highly available platform that orchestrates the microservices of a modernized operational system utilizing cutting edge technologies.
Primary Responsibilities
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Extensive experience architecting infrastructure leveraging AWS technologies and services
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Developing Infrastructure As Code (IaC) and scripting to automate tasks, provision managed services, and build tools. Popular programming languages for DevOps engineers include Python, Ansible, and Terraform.
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Strong background in containerization technologies: install, configure, and provide performance tuning utilizing Kubernetes, EKS, ECS, Docker, Docker Compose, etc.
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Perform high-level functional systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, cost analysis, implementation, and complex issue resolutions.
•
Cloud infrastructure cost savings: iteratively evaluate costs, recommend cost savings measures, reduce maintenance, and reduce AWS services costs.
•
Sprint priority decomposition and ticket generation to align with internal team priorities.
•
Manage team tasking and sprint workloads, keeping the team on task and executing in an orchestrated manner.
•
Tracking ticket execution while driving technical direction of the infrastructure to align with the program and product needs.
•
Managing CI/CD pipelines to automate building, testing, and deploying code utilizing GitLab runners and Argo CD.
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Communication and collaboration: Able to communicate and collaborate effectively with other team members, as well as with stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
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Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
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Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
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12 years or more of professional experience; or 10 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Desired Qualifications (must meet 2)
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Design, build, and maintain AWS infrastructure including but not limited to EC2, Lambdas, S3, SNS, SQS, Event Router, Athena, Step Functions using Terraform and auto scaling.
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Understanding of AWS networking principles to include VPCs, NATs, IP Gateway.
•
Develop and manage Gitlab CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment processes
•
Collaborate with development teams to optimize application performance and reliability.
•
Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and ensure system uptime
•
Kubernetes experience with a focus on EKS, ECS, and/or Fargate
Benefits
Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
About the company
Momentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long-term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.
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