Platform Operations Engineer / Site Reliability Engineer
Platform Operations Engineer / Site Reliability Engineer- Must have active Secret ClearanceJOB DESCRIPTIONWe are seeking a Mid/Senior Platform Operations Engineer / Site Reliability Engineer to oversee the efficient, reliable, and secure operation of critical application infrastructure for a federal financial agency. In this operationally focused role, you will be responsible for maintaining production environments, troubleshooting incidents, performing monitoring and diagnostics, supporting deployments, and continually improving system uptime and reliability.The ideal candidate brings Python experience, deep operational expertise with Linux environments, and hands-on experience managing infrastructure with tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Docker. Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, Git-based workflows, and monitoring/alerting systems are essential. Familiarity with managing AWS services-particularly EKS, S3, and EMR (Elastic Map Reduce)-is highly valued. In addition, familiarity with Spark, JupyterHub, and Hue is preferred. Effective communication and a collaborative mindset are critical to success in this client-facing environment.ResponsibilitiesMaintain, monitor, and troubleshoot production environments to ensure optimal uptime and performanceOperate and manage infrastructure using Terraform, Ansible, and DockerOversee and support CI/CD pipelines and automate operational workflows using Git and related toolingEnsure ongoing reliability and operational excellence for critical systems running on AWS services, including EKS, S3, and EMR (Elastic Map Reduce)Support operational use of Spark, JupyterHub, and HueDiagnose and resolve operational issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive problem resolutionImplement, refine, and monitor infrastructure and application alerting and diagnosticsOptimize data flows and storage integrationsCollaborate with engineering, product, and client stakeholders to communicate issues, coordinate maintenance, and support deploymentsContribute to continual improvement of platform operational processes, documentation, and best practicesRequired QualificationsProactive, creative problem-solving mindset with a demonstrated ability to anticipate, diagnose, and resolve complex operational challengesExperience with Python, specifically in operational and support environmentsProfessional experience with Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and CI/CD pipeline operationsStrong proficiency with Git and version control workflowsComfortable working extensively on the Linux command line and performing operational tasksDemonstrated ability to learn new technologies quicklyExperience monitoring, maintaining, and supporting production infrastructure in a collaborative environmentStrong incident response and communication skillsAbility to work East Coast hoursAbility to work hybrid in Vienna, VA, or remotelyThis program requires US CitizenshipActive Secret Clearance REQUIREDPreferred QualificationsExperience operating AWS or other cloud platformsFamiliarity with Spark, JupyterHub, and Hue in an operational contextHands-on experience with EMR (Elastic Map Reduce)Experience with DatabricksExperience supporting federal, regulated, or client-facing environmentsPosition Details:Pay Rate / Range:________$61-81________________The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the position's responsibilities; the candidate's experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions.Benefits (Regular, Full Time Employees):Medical, Dental, and Vision offeringsWeekly Direct DepositPaid Holidays and Personal Time Off401(k) with matchVoluntary Life and AD&D, Short / Long Term Disability, plus other voluntary coveragesPre-Paid Legal and Employee Assistance ProgramsNorthwest Federal Credit Union MembershipBB&T @ Work ProgramThis program requires US CitizenshipABBTECH is an EOE/Minorities/Women/Disabled Individuals/Veterans