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Job Title: Senior DevOps Engineer – Kubernetes & Platform Engineering

Location: Bethesda, MD

Duration: Direct Hire

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to join a high-performing Platform Engineering team responsible for building and scaling a secure, multi-cloud infrastructure. This role will focus on Kubernetes (AKS & GKE), CI/CD automation, and Internal Developer Platform (IDP) enablement to improve developer experience and system reliability.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud-native technologies, distributed systems, and observability, with a strong focus on automation, security, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage multi-cloud Kubernetes platforms (Azure AKS & GKE) with a focus on scalability, security, and cost optimization
• Develop and enhance an Internal Developer Platform using Backstage, enabling self-service capabilities and standardized development workflows
• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions (pipelines-as-code, artifact management, environment promotion)
• Orchestrate data and batch workflows using Argo Workflows, ensuring efficient scheduling and execution of complex jobs
• Manage and optimize distributed systems including Kafka, CockroachDB, Couchbase, and Elasticsearch (performance tuning, backup/restore, disaster recovery)
• Implement and maintain observability frameworks using Prometheus, Grafana, and Tempo (metrics, logging, tracing, alerting)
• Develop platform tools and automation using Go, Node.js, or C#/.NET
• Enforce best practices for security, compliance, and reliability, including secrets management, RBAC, and incident response
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering teams to improve developer experience and platform adoption

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience in DevOps, SRE, or Platform Engineering
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes in multi-cloud environments (AKS & GKE)
• Strong experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions
• Experience with Backstage or Internal Developer Platform (IDP) tools
• Hands-on experience with Argo Workflows (not limited to ArgoCD)
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems (Kafka, CockroachDB/Postgres, Couchbase, Elasticsearch)
• Experience implementing observability solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, Tempo)
• Proficiency in at least one programming language: Go, Node.js, or C#/.NET

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience building and scaling cloud-native platforms in multi-cloud environments
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes architecture, networking, and security best practices
• Experience driving developer self-service and platform standardization using Backstage
• Hands-on with workflow orchestration and large-scale data pipelines
• Deep understanding of SRE principles (SLOs, SLIs, error budgets, incident management)
• Ability to balance performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency in production systems
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across engineering and product teams

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

AGE Solutions is preparing for a significant contract supporting the Joint Service Provider (JSP) Enterprise Transport Management (ETM) program. This role group covers real-time network monitoring, troubleshooting, and automation in a high-stakes classified environment. We're seeking agile professionals who can respond rapidly and lead technically across DoD network and telecom environments.

Who We're Looking For:

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• Senior Network Engineers, NetOps Leads, Voice Engineers, Network Admins
  
• Incumbents encouraged to apply
  

Clearance: TS/SCI
Certifications: CISSP, CASP, CCIE, RCDD
Experience: 8 to 25 years; Cisco, Avaya/Nortel, Splunk, Ansible, ServiceNow

This position is part of a pipeline for a future opportunity supporting the JSP ETM program. Employment is contingent upon contract award and government customer approval. AGE Solutions is actively engaging talent ahead of award and encourages both current incumbents and new candidates to express interest.

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

Company Description

SSA Engineering (Schwartz Sievers Anoia) is a trusted name in the engineering industry, known for its commitment to quality, on-time delivery, and innovative designs. With decades of experience and a team of LEED-accredited and licensed professionals spanning over 22 states, SSA excels in creating designs for base buildings, building renovations, and mission-critical facilities. The firm has expertise in various industries, including office and residential buildings, mixed-use facilities, data centers, hospitality, auditoriums, and retail spaces. Clients value SSA's meticulous quality control, analytical studies, and tailored solutions. Since the 1970s, SSA has fostered a strong team culture, resulting in high employee retention and a dedication to excellence. SSA offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) plan and a supportive, team-oriented environment that encourages professional growth.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Electrical Engineer based in Bethesda, MD. The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing electrical systems, conducting power distribution and system analyses, and ensuring project compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Key tasks include collaborating with multidisciplinary BIM teams, preparing detailed electrical and power system designs, conducting feasibility studies, managing project timelines, and overseeing installation processes. The engineer will also mentor junior team members and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices. Proficiency in REVIT and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Electrical Design and in-depth knowledge of Electrical Engineering principles
• Comprehensive understanding of Power Distribution and Power Systems
• Strong expertise in the application of electrical engineering to various fields such as office, residential, and mission-critical facility designs
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (Preferred)
• Relevant industry certifications and/or professional licenses (PE preferred)
• Strong knowledge of lighting, lighting controls and grounding, and performance of load analyses, feasibility studies, and cost analysis
• Exceptional problem-solving and project management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge of energy-efficient design and adherence to sustainability standards such as LEED is a plus

Company Description

SSA Engineering (Schwartz Sievers Anoia) is a renowned engineering firm with a legacy of excellence dating back to the 1970s. Our team of LEED-certified engineers and licensed professionals, serving over 22 states, specializes in designing innovative and efficient systems for a variety of building types, including office spaces, residential buildings, mixed-use facilities, data centers, hospitality venues, and retail spaces. With decades of experience, SSA is committed to delivering top-quality projects on time and within budget. Clients value our expertise in areas such as base building designs, building renovations, mission-critical facilities, and analytical studies like feasibility and cost analysis.

Role Description

The Plumbing Engineer will provide engineering design, evaluation and planning of plumbing systems. The Engineer will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of market sectors, with primary focus on residential and commercial. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative and committed to delivering high-quality work and excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Develop systems design calculations and selection of equipment for multifamily and commercial projects
• Develop plumbing construction documents using Revit MEP
• Build and coordinate plumbing BIM models as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Set up and manage Revit MEP projects using company templates
• Create, modify, and maintain Revit MEP families
• Manage project files including posting models, coordinating updates, managing links, and maintaining version control
• Be responsible for code compliance research
• Participate in coordination meetings with internal teams and external project partners
• Prepare and generate reports as required

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of plumbing design experience in multifamily and commercial building projects
• PE or ability to obtain a PE is considered a plus
• LEED certification or experience is considered a plus
• Strong understanding of plumbing design principles and industry standards
• Experience developing and managing Revit MEP models
• Proficient with Revit and AutoCAD
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Revit, Autocad and MS Office
• Knowledge of codes, standards and design guidelines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

If you’re a skilled plumbing engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to work on exciting residential and commercial projects, we’d love to hear from you!

Join the Team! Is technology your passion? Do you want to work with smart, forward-thinking individuals? Do you want to grow in a career you love? At Align, our professionals are the key to our success.

We dont just hire talent, we invest in exceptional people who are forward-thinking, results-driven, and passionate about what they do.

Were a group of tech-savvy professionals who are motivated by making an impact.

Our culture is one of unbounded opportunity that celebrates the passions, skills and ideas of our teamwork hard, play hard, be smart! We believe great communities lead to great companies.

Thats why we offer a dynamic workplace where you feel inspired, engaged and innovative.

We offer professionals opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and acquire valuable new skills whether on client sites or in one of our regional offices.

Position Overview As an Associate Data Center Cabling Superintendent, you will support large-scale cabling installations for major AI and hyperscale data centers across the U.S.

This hybrid role blends field leadership with hands-on work, ideal for someone who has grown beyond a Foreman role but is not yet a full Superintendent.

Youll assist the Superintendent with planning, standards enforcement, and on-site execution while working directly with technicians, contractors, and vendors.

This role is heavily field-facing and requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to help keep teams aligned with project timelines and quality expectations.

This is a full-time salaried role offering $90,000-$115,000, full benefits, project bonuses, paid travel, and advanced training.

This role is open in all hiring-authorized U.S.

states (AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, IA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NH, NJ, NY, NV, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI).

Preferred hiring regions: AZ, VA, NJ, NY, and TX.

This position requires 50%-70% travel to project sites nationwide, including AI build locations.

Key Responsibilities Support structured cabling installations in new data center white space and help coordinate daily work for cabling crews under the Superintendent.

Perform on-site QA checks for fiber/copper terminations, labeling, routing, and test results while reinforcing jobsite safety.

Assist with cabling standards, tracking sheets, patch schedules, port maps, and drawing reviews to ensure work meets TIA/BICSI specifications.

Communicate field progress, schedule risks, and material needs to project leadership.

Support documentation, RFIs, change orders, daily reports, and QA/QC corrective actions.

Required Qualifications 2-4 years experience in structured cabling, low-voltage, or fiber optic systems (data center or mission-critical preferred).

Experience leading small cabling crews (foreman or lead technician level).

Ability to read cabling drawings, rack elevations, and labeling standards.

Experience using fiber testing tools (OLTS, OTDR, VFL).

Strong Excel skills for port mapping, tracking, and documentation.

Comfortable working in live data center environments with fast-paced schedules.

Willingness to travel 50-70% and work extended hours during active builds Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting data center cabling deployments.

Understanding of racks, containment systems, and cable pathways.

Familiarity with TIA/EIA or BICSI standards.

Certifications such as BICSI Technician or Installer II.

To support a fair, consistent, and high-quality hiring experience, some interviews may be recorded.

These recordings help our team focus fully on the conversation at hand, rather than note-taking, and allow us to better evaluate and improve our recruitment process.

Recordings are used solely for internal purposes such as training, quality assurance, and process improvement.

Candidates will be informed in advance and asked to provide consent before any recording takes place.

PM26 Align is a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions.

Align specializes in designing and deploying technology infrastructure solutions from the data center to the desktop as well as providing managed IT services for clients.

Our professional services team, which includes Data Center Solutions , provide strategic consulting, design, project management, engineering, implementation and support.

Our best-in-class Managed Services team provides IT services and cybersecurity advisory for clients within the Alternative Investment industry.

Align is a Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) and Gold Partner.

Our client centric approach and passion for driving IT innovation has enabled us to provide tailored solutions and business transformations for over three decades.

Leading firms have relied on Align to provide forward-thinking technology strategies that support their current and future business needs.

Our teams have flawless track records of delivering technical solutions and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients.

We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications.

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• Review RFPs/RFIs/RFQs to develop proposal plans, kickoff materials, and response strategies.
• Develop proposal outlines, compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and task assignments.
• Coordinate and facilitate proposal reviews to verify compliance with solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, and formatting requirements.
• Interview with SMEs to gather technical, programmatic, and operational information.
• Write and edit major proposal sections, including executive summaries, technical volumes, management approaches, past performance, qualifications, and resumes.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, user friendly narrative tailored for federal evaluators. friendly narrative tailored for federal evaluators.
• Review and rewrite proposal inputs to improve quality, accuracy, and alignment with win themes.
• Edit proposals for completeness, clarity, organization, readability, and editorial consistency.
• Ensure all content adheres to solicitation of instructions, federal standards, internal templates, and style guidelines.
• Develop and maintain proposal libraries, templates, style guides, and past performance repositories.
• Maintain a comprehensive inventory of opportunities-current, historical, and planned.
• Keep contract matrices, past performance information, and boilerplate content up to date.
• Provide documentation support for internal policies, technical documents, and corporate procedures, including software development and network processes.
• Select and develop graphics, illustrations, and layouts that enhance proposal readability and impact.
• Support the creation of materials for technical seminars, leadership briefings, and proposal related presentation.
• Maintain subject matter expertise through continuous learning, participation in professional development opportunities, and networking. matter expertise through continuous learning, participation in professional development opportunities, and networking.
• Ensure quality results by following proposal writing standards, templates, compliance tools, and best practices for readability and tone.

• 6 to 8 years of commensurate experience with a Masters degree or 8 to 10 years of commensurate experience with a Bachelors degree or equivalent.
• Must have hands on experience performing compliance checks across all volumes, attachments, and required forms.
• Must have experience reviewing RFPs/RFIs/RFQs to develop proposal plans, kickoff materials, and response strategies.
• Strong understanding of federal procurement, including FAR, Section L/M compliance, and technical volume development.
• Knowledge of selecting and developing graphics, illustrations, and layouts that enhance proposal readability and impact.
• Experience supporting federal contracting, IT services, professional services, or HR/shared services.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information, write persuasively, and work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with MS Office, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and common proposal collaboration tools.
• Ability to coordinate inputs from SMEs and manage multiple proposals simultaneously.

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Senior Staff Systems Engineer to serve as an Engineering lead for a space mission payload critical to our nation to join our team in Dulles, VA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

This role includes Engineering and project management through all phases of the program, from concept development and industry trade study preliminary and detailed design, payload integration & test, space vehicle integration and test and potentially on-orbit demonstration.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Your mission, should you choose to accept:

• Functioning as the primary payload interface for customers, program management, product line engineering leadership, mission assurance and subsystem engineering teams
• Providing Technical Support / Oversight including
  • Conducting technical trades in coordination with the Mission and Space Vehicle SE teams
  • Ownership of payload specs and requirements traceability 
  • Developing and managing Interface-Control Documents (ICD) between the prime and sub-contractor
  • Playing a key role in major program milestone and readiness reviews
  • Planning, design, and execution of testing strategies to ensure payload qualification, exercise payload functionality and measure performance
  • Supporting the development of operational mission scenarios and payload concepts of operations

• Payload sub-contractor oversight, including cost and schedule performance including
  • Review / Tech Eval of subcontractor proposals
  • Cost account manager (CAM) for Payload WBSs using EVMS
  • Recognizing and mitigating payload related issues and risks

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 14 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 12 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 10 years of professional experience
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application
• Experience working medium size or larger Government programs
• Experience in managing sub-contractors
• Knowledge of aerospace environmental testing standards
• Experience with spacecraft design, development integration and test
• Experience with payload integration inclusive of ICD development

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• 15+ yrs of direct experience with Space systems
• Established network of contacts in other NG divisions/sectors/programs
• Proposal experience
• CAM experience

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Pyramid Systems is seeking an experienced DevOps/AWS Engineer take responsibility for creating, building, deploying, orchestrating, and automating deployment packages in AWS cloud-based environment.

• Design and automate cloud environments at scale using Infrastructure as Code tools
• Design and develop fully automated software delivery pipelines
• Efficiently collaborate within and across agile teams to maximize productivity
• Develop technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and similar
• Engage in all agile ceremonies including backlog grooming, demos and retrospectives
• Eliminate roadblocks and hindrances preventing teams from delivering software
• Assist the team in documenting and leveraging cloud and DevOps best practices
• Fullstack development using modern frameworks and languages Python or JavaScript
• Quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, frameworks, or project requirements as needed
• Apply critical thinking and a solutionoriented mindset to identify issues and propose effective resolutions
• Integrate AI/ML models into applications to enhance functionality, automation, and overall user experience
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to design scalable architectures supporting both traditional and AIdriven features
• Implement best practices for model deployment, data handling, and performance optimization in AIenabled systems

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
• Must have AWS certs and/or CompTIA relevant certifications
• 5+ years of experience managing cloud or virtualized infrastructure
• Passionately practices Infrastructure automation using Terraform, Ansible, or similar
• Knowledge and familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
• Fluent in at least one programming language - Python, Go, Typescript, JavaScript or similar
• Strong system administration experience in Linux
• Knowledge of AWS DevOps with GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, or similar
• Strong team player, communicates well, and caries an infectious can-do attitude
• Must have hands on experience with Claude Code or similar AI tools
• Strong experience in compliance frame works like: ATO, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, or CIS Benchmarks