DevOps Engineer (AWS GovCloud Kubernetes)

Accountabilities

• • Set up and configure a new SaaS environment within AWS GovCloud, ensuring the infrastructure is secure, reliable, scalable, and aligned with operational requirements.
  • Support Kubernetes-based application deployment and infrastructure configuration within the GovCloud environment.
  • Manage and maintain the AWS infrastructure required to operate the SaaS application effectively.
  • Deploy application releases to the GovCloud environment in coordination with the primary non-GovCloud environment.
  • Support ongoing release activities, troubleshooting deployment issues and helping maintain consistent application versions across environments.
  • Monitor the operational health, uptime, reliability, and scalability of the GovCloud SaaS instance.
  • Collaborate with the existing DevOps lead and technical stakeholders to coordinate deployments and resolve infrastructure or application-related issues.
  • Apply DevOps best practices to maintain efficient, repeatable, and dependable deployment processes.
  • Help ensure the environment continues to meet the access and operational requirements associated with a U.S. government cloud deployment.
  • Contribute focused technical support after the initial implementation, with an emphasis on reliable releases and ongoing platform stability.

  Requirements

  • At least 4 years of professional DevOps experience supporting SaaS applications on AWS.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes in production environments.
  • Previous experience working with AWS GovCloud is strongly preferred.
  • Experience supporting modern SaaS architectures and cloud-native application environments.
  • Familiarity with application stacks involving Groovy, Grails, and Java is beneficial.
  • Understanding of containerized application deployment and Kubernetes-based orchestration.
  • Ability to manage cloud environments with a strong focus on uptime, reliability, scalability, and operational consistency.
  • Experience supporting application releases across multiple environments and troubleshooting deployment-related issues.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize focused technical tasks, and collaborate effectively with an existing engineering team.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with a methodical approach to resolving infrastructure and deployment issues.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with technical stakeholders.
  • University degree in a technology-related field is required.
  • U.S. nationality is required, as access to the GovCloud environment is restricted to U.S. Nationals.
  • Candidates must be located within the contiguous United States.
  • Availability to work in a part-time capacity, with more focused involvement during the initial environment setup and ongoing support primarily around releases.

  Benefits

  • Part-time engagement with focused technical responsibilities.
  • Fully remote position within the contiguous United States.
  • Opportunity to work directly with AWS GovCloud and Kubernetes in a specialized SaaS environment.
  • Hands-on involvement in establishing a new government-cloud deployment from the ground up.
  • Opportunity to contribute to software supporting high-stakes educational and professional assessment environments.
  • Exposure to a modern SaaS architecture built on AWS and contemporary application technologies.
  • Flexible operational scope after the initial setup, with ongoing involvement primarily focused on releases and deployment support.