E01 DevOps Engineer IV

Start Date: Immediate 

EXPANSIA is a service-disabled veteran-owned company that empowers organizations to be mission ready now with data, people, and ecosystems. As experts in continuous-delivery methods that drive digital adoption, we are dedicated to innovation, efficiency, and technology that benefit the warfighter. EXPANSIA specializes in integration, automation, and sustainment modernization through technology-enabled delivery models, digital engineering, and cloud-ready solutions. 

OVERVIEW 

Full-time/Permanent Employee  

Location: Remote 

EXPANSIA is excited to design, implement, and mature a secure, scalable Integrated Digital Environment (IDE) that enables Digital Engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) integration across the developing US Hypersonic enterprise and industrial base. Located at the new aerospace research and test complex, this facility is poised to become the nation’s premier hub for hypersonic system research, modeling & simulation, and test capabilities. 

As a DevOps Engineer IV, you will play a critical role in designing, automating, and optimizing infrastructure and deployment solutions to enhance software development, testing, and release processes. You will be responsible for implementing automation tools and frameworks that support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) to accelerate development cycles. Working as an emerging authority, you will develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges, ensuring system security, reliability, and efficiency. Your role will involve collaborating with software developers, engineers, and stakeholders to align development efforts with business needs while maintaining high operational standards. You will exercise considerable latitude in determining approaches to problem-solving and infrastructure improvements. 

The proposed salary range for this position is$129,185- $161,481. There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility EXPANSIA allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement and savings. 

• Build and set up new development tools and infrastructure to support scalable and efficient deployment 
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand technical requirements and translate them into automated solutions 
• Automate development, testing, and release processes to enable continuous integration and delivery 
• Test and examine code written by developers, analyze results, and provide feedback for optimization 
• Ensure system security by implementing best practices in cybersecurity, vulnerability management, and compliance 
• Identify technical problems, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and develop software updates and fixes 
• Manage infrastructure projects and operational processes to enhance system performance and availability 
• Design and test automation tools for infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, and scaling 
• Handle code deployments across multiple environments, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum stability 
• Monitor key performance metrics, diagnose bottlenecks, and implement strategies for system optimization 
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing opportunities for team members 
• Build, maintain, and monitor configuration standards to ensure consistency across deployments 
• Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions 
• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded 
• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area 
• Participate in growth efforts as requested 
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction 
• Complete personal PDP and attend Staff Meeting and Storytime (with camera on) 
• Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients 
• Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements 
• Perform other related duties as assigned 

• Clearance: Active Secret clearance 
• Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 8 - 10 years of experience, or a Master's with 6 - 8 years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or IT operations 

• Extensive experience with DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools 
• Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) technologies such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation 
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including their DevOps tools and services 
• Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes 
• Advanced scripting and automation skills using languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell 

• Experience with observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, or ELK Stack 
• Strong knowledge of security best practices, threat detection, and incident response strategies 
• Understanding of networking principles, load balancing, and high-availability architectures 
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies and DevSecOps principles 
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior DevOps engineers while driving best practices across team 
• AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Expert, CKA 

EXPANSIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.