Senior DevOps Engineer

Job Description

Job Title : DevOps Engineer (Senior)

Location : St. Louis, MO; Chantilly, VA; Alexandria, VA; Gaithersburg, MD (Onsite)

Clearance : Active TS / SCI required

Employment Type : Full-Time

Education :

Bachelor’s in Information Systems, IT, Computer Science, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience, OR

Master’s with 6+ years of relevant experience

Salary : Competitive, based on experience and location

Certifications : DoD 8570 Compliant (Security+ required); AWS and / or Linux certifications preferred

Overview

Metronome Spatial Solutions Division is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer with strong networking expertise to support the development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems. This role focuses on building secure and scalable solutions in Linux-based multi-tenant environments, with an emphasis on deploying microservices through DevSecOps pipelines in AWS.

Key Responsibilities

Support the deployment of microservices via a DevSecOps pipeline in Linux-based environments.

Design, implement, and secure AWS virtual networks (VPCs).

Troubleshoot and resolve VPC connectivity issues.

Develop, update, and maintain GitLab CI / CD pipeline code.

Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot Docker containers.

Review Git code and extract / create engineering documentation.

Support developer deployments and testing.

Provide technical guidance across capabilities / microservices.

Conduct security remediation tasks based on scan findings.

Author and maintain DevOps documentation.

Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Required Skills

Active TS / SCI clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

DoD 8570 Compliant (Security+ or higher).

Strong understanding of custom code development and code reviews.

Hands-on GitLab experience (error codes, scripting, functionality).

AWS services expertise (CloudFormation, S3, ECS, EKS).

Knowledge of AWS serverless architectures (Lambda, API Gateway, load balancing, autoscaling).

CI / CD pipeline development and management experience.

Familiarity with DevSecOps workflows and cloud-based architectures.

Experience supporting development testing.

Knowledge of software development and sustainment practices.

Proficiency with collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence).

Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Desired Skills

Advanced GitLab CI / CD expertise.

AWS Lambda and ECS experience.

Hands-on Docker container configuration and deployment.

AWS certifications (DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect).

Linux certifications.

Experience with ArcGIS or other geospatial technologies.

About Metronome, LLC

Metronome is a spark that ignites passion for our customers and each other. We offer professional services to Government customers that keep projects pulsing. We believe in taking care of people so they can put their best foot forward to support the mission.

Background Screening / Check / Investigation :   Successful Completion of a Background Check will be required as a condition of hire.

Benefits :   Metronome offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.  Benefit eligibility is determined on the type of position (full-time, part-time, temporary). Metronome’s range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.

Application Process :   Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your consideration for employment.

• Select Create Profile and Apply to Requirement
• Complete your Profile and Answer the Questionnaire
• Upload a current resume
• Complete the Online Application and Submit

Evaluation Process :   Metronome will evaluate applicants based on how well they meet the qualifications of the position above. Your completed application (including questionnaire, resume, and online application) will be used to determine your eligibility and how well you meet the qualifications for this position.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to your resume and application; if either your resume or application contradicts or does not support your responses, you will disqualify yourself and not receive further consideration for this job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Metronome does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable Accommodation Policy

Metronome is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process should contact Metronome Human Resources at  hr@wearemetronome.com or 703-957-4082. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.