Senior DevOps Engineer

OverviewThe Mission Starts Here. TheIncLab engineers and delivers intelligent digital applications and platforms that revolutionize how our customers and mission-critical teams achieve success.We are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer who is passionate about automation, operational excellence, and building reliable, scalable infrastructure. This role blends core DevOps responsibilities with a strong emphasis on Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), helping ensure system uptime, performance, and observability across environments. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience managing CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and production operations, with a mindset oriented toward reducing toil and driving continuous improvement. Responsibilities DevOps Engineering: Build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD or similar tools Automate infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and maintenance using Terraform, Ansible, or related technologies Collaborate with developers and QA to create reliable deployment paths from local dev to production Implement infrastructure-as-code practices across environments (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes, bare-metal) Site Reliability Engineering (SRE): Design and implement monitoring, alerting, and observability systems to maintain high availability and performance Respond to incidents, lead root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures Establish and evolve SLOs/SLIs to ensure measurable system reliability Participate in on-call rotation and help build automation to reduce the need for human intervention Drive capacity planning, performance tuning, and cost optimization initiatives System Operations: Administer Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) and Windows-based infrastructure Manage self-hosted GitLab instances and ensure secure, performant operation Implement and enforce security best practices across infrastructure (IAM, RBAC, least privilege, etc.) Support both containerized and virtualized workloads across environments Requirements 5+ years in DevOps, SRE, or Infrastructure Engineering roles Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, etc.) and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Ansible, or similar) Experience deploying and managing infrastructure using Terraform and/or Ansible Solid knowledge of Linux system administration Strong skills in Windows system administration environments Proven experience managing and automating GitLab, including CI/CD pipelines Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (Python, Bash, etc.) Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions (CloudWatch, Datadog, CloudTrail) Solid understanding of networking, security best practices, and high-availability system design Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and GitLab workflows Strong troubleshooting and incident response skills, with a focus on automation and root cause analysis Ability to travel up to 20% Preferred Qualifications AWS certification or equivalent practical experience Knowledge of cloud cost optimization and efficiency practices Experience with self-hosted Gitlab instances and CI/CD pipelines Clearance Requirements Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level. Existing clearance is preferred Benefits At TheIncLab we recognize that innovation thrives when employees are provided with ample support and resources. Our benefits packages reflect that: Hybrid and flexible work schedules Professional development programs Training and certification reimbursement Extended and floating holiday schedule Paid time off and Paid volunteer time Health and Wellness Benefits include options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs 100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance 401(k) Plan Options with employer matching Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team About TheIncLab Founded in 2015, TheIncLab ("TIL") is the first human-centered artificial intelligence (AI+X) lab. We engineer complex, integrated solutions that combine cutting-edge AI technologies with emerging systems-of-systems to solve some of the most difficult challenges in the defense and aerospace industries. Our work spans diverse technological landscapes, from rapid ideation and prototyping to deployment. At TIL, we foster a culture of relentless optimism. No problem is too hard, no project is too big, and no challenge is too complex to tackle. This is possible due to the positive attitude of our teams. We approach every problem with a "yes" attitude and focus on results. Our motto, "demo or die," encompasses the idea that failure is not an option. We do all of this with a work ethic rooted in kindness and professionalism. The positive attitude of our teams is only possible due to the support TIL provides to each individual. Learn more about TheIncLab and our job opportunities at Our culture of relentless optimism is not just about having a positive attitude; it is about taking action and making things happen. We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, and we know that by working together, we can achieve great things. Our teams are made up of individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to making a difference. Other Salary range guidance provided is not a guarantee of compensation. Offers of employment may be at a salary range that is outside of this range and will be based on qualifications, experience, and possible contractual requirements This is a direct hire position, and we do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-18