About this Senior DevOps Engineer role at Leidos
This position is eligible for a $25,000 sign on bonus!
Are you seeking a new and challenging position supporting a complex program for the Warfighter, which implements the latest technology? Well, look no further! This is an exciting time to contribute to a mission-critical program with lasting impactful results.
Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Senior DevOps Engineer with expertise in Git and extensive experience in platform architecture, automation, and cloud infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of Linux and Windows environments, Agile methodologies, and the ability to implement cutting-edge solutions for deployment and system optimization. The ideal candidate is proficient in programming, has a strong background in system administration, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
Support the development lifecycle, including platform design, deployment, and debugging.
Build and maintain a release pipeline for fast, secure delivery to production.
Automate deployments across environments using scripting languages and toolkits.
Configure sites/applications via tools like Puppet and Ansible, and maintain Confluence/Jira software.
Assist in designing/maintaining web service infrastructure and deployments.
Identify and implement process improvements through automation and streamlining.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or Masters Degree in Engineering (e.g., Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace) or Computer Science and 15 years technical experience
Fluent with Git and version control best practices, including branching and merging strategies.
Strong knowledge of Linux environments (RHEL 6/7/8, RHCSA/RHCE, CentOS) and Windows system administration.
Experience integrating Jenkins/Bamboo, Docker, and Kubernetes for automated deployment (preferred).
Expertise with caching technologies (e.g., Memcache, Active MQ, Redis, APC), MySQL (Clusters, Replication, Tuning), and Elasticsearch (Kibana a plus).
Familiarity with security practices, networking protocols, firewalls, and PCI compliance.
Experience with Agile development environments and managing AWS cloud or virtualized servers in PaaS environments.
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Ruby, C/C++, Go, Python, or Java) and understanding of object-oriented programming.
Clearance Requirement: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today!
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Original Posting:
August 20, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $154,050.00 - $278,475.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
