DevOps Engineer

Spalding, a Saalex Company is seeking a DevOps Engineer in Patuxent River, MD.  Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services.  Spalding, a Saalex Company offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $85K-$130K (depending on experience)

Work Location: This is a remote position.

**On-Site Requirements: On-boarding will require 1-2 visits to Patuxent River, MD for candidates that are local to the area. Candidates out of state will be onboarded virtually. Training will be virtual and telework maximized/permitted to the greatest extent possible, however for local candidates, training/tasking may require on-site work a few hours per week. Future on-site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received.

Essential Functions:

• Develops DevOps functionality for CI/CD pipeline solutions.

• Improves and maintains GitLab pipeline configurations.

• Collaborates and assists software engineers with the design, configuration, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines.

• Assist with GitLab upgrades as received from the vendor (i.e. bi-weekly, monthly, etc.; requires evening support)

• Onboards new applications/customers to the CI/CD environment.

• Provides recommendations for technology advancement to streamline CI/CD tools and processes.

• Provides technical assistance and troubleshooting to applications and systems deployed within a DevOps CI/CD pipeline.

• Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves pipeline issues.

• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Required:

• CI/CD implementation experience required.

• Design/development of DevOps pipelines experience required.

• BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience.

Desired:

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced technical environment.

• Nexus experience desired.

• Experience with specific CI/CD related tools such as GitLab Ultimate, Nexus, DORA metrics, and Prisma Cloud (formerly Twistlock) preferred.

Security Clearance: 

• Must be eligible to obtain a secret clearance; active or interim secret is preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education/Experience: 

• BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Training & Development

• Wellness Resources

• Stock Option Plan

Spalding, a Saalex company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, military status, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, Spalding, a Saalex company is an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with the Federal Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA. We encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply for job openings within our company. Accessibility: If you are interested in applying for employment with Spalding, a Saalex Company and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Recruiting department via email at Spaldingrecruiting@saalex.com or call us at 301-737-0150 Ext. 500.