Description

Markon’s partner company is seeking a DevOps Engineer Level 3 to support the deployment, automation, integration, and sustainment of Linux-based platforms in a high-performance environment. This role includes building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, containerized environments, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and supporting Kubernetes clusters—primarily in bare metal Linux environments. The ideal candidate is a strong troubleshooter with proven experience supporting software and infrastructure at scale.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day DevOps engineering supporting build, deployment, and sustainment activities
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash and Python
• Support development workflows in a Linux environment, including Python and Java-based toolchains
• Install, configure, and support COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, libraries, and packages on Linux systems
• Support containerized application deployments using Docker and/or containerd
• Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Kubernetes environments in support of mission systems
• Administer Kubernetes clusters on bare metal Linux infrastructure
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible and Terraform
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI
• Use Git for version control, configuration management, and collaborative workflows
• Apply general HPC knowledge (compute, networking, memory, storage) to support performance and reliability objectives
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across system, container, orchestration, and pipeline layers

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• 15+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Strong experience using the Linux CLI in operational environments
• Experience developing and maintaining scripts using Bash and Python
• Experience developing with Python and Java in a Linux environment
• General HPC technical knowledge, including compute/network/memory/storage fundamentals
• Experience installing, configuring, and supporting COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, libraries, and packages in Linux
• Experience with container technologies such as Docker and containerd
• Experience with container orchestration such as Kubernetes
• Experience administering Kubernetes clusters on bare metal in Linux environments
• Strong knowledge of IaC principles and automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform
• Experience with CI/CD concepts and tools such as GitLab CI
• Experience using Git version control

Salary Range

USD $160,000.00 - USD $210,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position 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.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.