DevOps Engineer (Mid-Level) -

Unclassified - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Colorado Springs, CO

About the position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Mid-Level DevOps Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and managing the infrastructure and tools that support our software development and deployment processes. You will work closely with software developers, system operators, and other IT staff to oversee code releases, combining an understanding of both engineering and coding. Your expertise will help streamline our operations and improve the efficiency of our development processes, ensuring that our systems are robust, scalable, and secure. As a DevOps Engineer, you will be involved in the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, automating processes to enhance productivity and reduce the time to market for our software products. You will also monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availability and reliability of our services. Collaboration is key in this role, as you will be working with cross-functional teams to ensure that our infrastructure meets the needs of our applications and services. MTSI is committed to providing a supportive work environment where employees can thrive. We value our employees and prioritize their well-being, offering flexible schedules and a range of benefits that support both personal and professional growth. Join us in making a difference in national defense and security through innovative technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software deployment processes.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure infrastructure meets application requirements.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain high availability.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Ensure security best practices are followed in the deployment and management of applications.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to improve code quality and performance.
• Document processes and procedures for system administration and deployment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a DevOps or similar role.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Certifications in cloud technologies or DevOps practices.

Benefits

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
• Life and disability insurance