AWS DevOps Engineer with Kubernetes

As a Senior DevOps Engineer you will have an opportunity to design, implement, and perform continuous monitoring of CI/CD pipelines utilizing Argo Workflow and Kubernetes. In this role, you will lead the charge in architecting and deploying solutions within the AWS cloud environment, emphasizing performance, availability, and security. You will ensure seamless integration of microservices-based applications into Kubernetes clusters, while also spearheading the transformation of traditional applications into a microservices architecture for a high volume global web application platform that processes on average 60K requests per minute supporting millions of users.

What You’ll Do:

• Architect and deploy sophisticated AWS cloud solutions emphasizing performance, availability, and security.

• Establish, manage, and refine Kubernetes clusters to ensure top-tier performance and resilience.

• Integrate IaC methodologies with tools like Ansible and Terraform.

• Design, manage, and optimize CI/CD pipelines ensuring seamless deployments.

• Foster collaboration with development teams to ensure the flawless integration of microservices-based applications into AWS and Kubernetes.

• Lead in the monitoring, management, and troubleshooting of microservices, ensuring they function optimally and reliably.

• Develop and implement robust monitoring and telemetry systems to track application and infrastructure health using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and AWS CloudWatch.

• Continuously analyze performance metrics and telemetry data to identify optimization areas, ensuring peak application performance.

• Guide best practices, strategies, and innovations in application deployment, infrastructure maintenance, microservices management, and performance telemetry.

• Spearhead the transformation of traditional applications to a microservices architecture.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.

• 7+ years of hands-on experience with core AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, Lambda, IAM.

• 5+ years of in-depth experience with Kubernetes.

• Mastery in Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools, especially Ansible and Terraform.

• Proven experience in crafting and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

• Expertise in Git or equivalent source code management platforms.

• Profound knowledge in the development, deployment, and monitoring of microservices.

• Advanced expertise in monitoring and telemetry tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, AWS CloudWatch, and similar solutions.

• Demonstrated experience in performance telemetry, including analyzing and interpreting metrics, tracing, and logging to improve system performance.

• Deep understanding of container orchestration and related technologies.

• Keen insight into data protection best practices, disaster recovery strategies, and failover mechanisms.

• Strong scripting and automation prowess.

• Stellar communication, teamwork, and documentation capabilities.

Additional Information:

• Work location: United States (Remote)

• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

How We’ll Support You:

Keeping people satisfied is no small undertaking. At CADRE, our commitment to supporting employees extends further than conventional benefits. While we offer competitive industry-standard packages, our focus goes beyond transactional care.

This is why we developed the CADRE Cares Program which encompasses a range of benefits and initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall well-being and job satisfaction of employees.

We want to support our employees at the times they need it the most. We envision unwavering commitment to our employees that sets a new standard for compassionate and impactful business practices.

CADRE Convoy Program:

• A dedicated support system designed to cater to your individual needs and enhance your overall well-being, no matter where you are.

CADRE Connect Program:

• A series of intentional touchpoints, events, and initiatives that promote open communication, and encourages continuous growth and development among its team members.

CADRE Compensation Program:

• 401k Safe Harbor Plans with matching & immediate vesting

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans

• Paid Time Off: Holidays, Vacation, Wellness, & Personal Leave Plans

• Continuing Education & Training Budget

• Office & Technology Budget

• Cell Phone Budget

• Wellness & Healthy Living Budget

• Awards & Bonuses

• Profit Sharing Plans

Who We Are:

We’re more than a government contracting company. We’re a cadre, a specialized team finely honed in providing innovative solutions that meet the complex and evolving needs of government agencies. We strategically mobilize, manage, and maintain specialized cadres using our RO(M³) model.

CADRE GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce.

It is the policy of CADRE GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.