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-TimeSalary: $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.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.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 DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentWellness ResourcesStock Option Plan