Job Description

Description

Are you passionate about building solutions for our greatest national security challenges? 

 

Are you searching for engaging work with an employer that prioritizes impact, innovation, and personal development?

 

Do you value working in a creative and collaborative environment?

 

If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

 

The Threat Analytic Systems (QAI) Group wants talented staff who can work as part of a team to design, implement, test, document, and maintain software applications that provide highly impactful capabilities. We provide ground-breaking technologies in response to a wide variety of national security threats. To succeed, we need talented engineers, scientists, and developers with creativity, curiosity, and a strong drive for learning.

 

As a DevOps Engineer, you will...

• Interact with developers to understand their workflows and gather requirements.
• Design, create and support CI (continuous integration) pipelines for varied projects in a dynamic, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment.
• Maintain and improve containerized, flexible and scalable CI / CD (continuous deployment) systems.
• Keep up to date on the newest and best practices in DevOps, and bring those back to QAI.
• Seek new and innovative ways to improve task efficiency and document CI approaches.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...

• BA or BS in computer science or related engineering field plus a minimum of 2 years relevant experience
• Hands-on experience with Linux/Ubuntu and Windows
• Experience with Continuous Build and Delivery Systems, such as Gitlab, Argo CD, or Jenkins
• Experience with software build systems, such as gradle, bazel, or nix
• Knowledge of Containers (Docker) and Container Orchestration Systems (ECS, Kubernetes, and Docker Swarm/Data Center)
• Are able to obtain a Top Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...

• Experience with Python and Java
• Knowledge of relational databases and non-relational/NoSQL databases
• Experience with Android build and deployment
• Mastery of Linux and shell scripting fundamentals
• Experience with Triplestores

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

 

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at  .

 

About Us

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

 

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity of perspectives, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact  Accommodations@jhuapl.edu . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

 

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$90,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$230,000 Annually

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work experience placement, Relocation package, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours,

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