DevOps Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA, US

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Description

Quantum Sky is searching for a DevOps Engineer to support an Intel customer in Chantilly, VA. If you enjoy working with new technologies, enterprise-leading equipment, and have a passion for building and maintaining information technology (IT) infrastructures, we would like to speak to you. This position will play a key role in supporting next-generation infrastructure to drive innovation. You will join a diverse team of DevOps Engineers to design, deploy, maintain, and secure platform infrastructure. You will collaborate with people inside and outside the organization to deliver the highest standards for building, deploying, and securing infrastructure. The DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure. This includes automating the deployment and configuration of operating systems, applications, and platform components associated with Kubernetes. As a DevOps Engineer, you are responsible for the entire stack (DNS, IdM, OCP, OAUTH, DHCP, S3, NFS, Application Stack, and more).

 

Responsibilities:

• DevOps Engineers demonstrate the ability to analyze complex problems and engineer effective solutions.
• Understanding of networking concepts, including bonding, bridging, VLANs, firewalls, and troubleshooting
• Solid understanding of multiple operating systems (Linux, BSD, UNIX)
• Knowledge of one or more scripting languages: Python, Go, Bash
• Understanding of containerization platforms like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift
• Basic understanding of security concepts, including encryption, authentication, authorization, and access controls
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, developers, and project management
• Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and priorities
• Desire to continue learning and professional development in the field of Platform Engineering

Qualifications

Required:

• Proficiency with multiple operation systems (Linux, Windows, Networking)
• Experience deploying, managing, and monitoring Kubernetes and the containerized applications running within
• Working knowledge of authentication protocols and methodologies (IdM, OIDC, KeyCloak, Authentik)
• Experience containerizing applications via Docker / Podman

Desired:

• Proficient with filesystems (File, Block, Object)
• Experience managing and validating disaster recovery processes
• Ability to deploy and utilize local Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Experience with iptables, ebpf, tcpdump, wireshark
• Candidates must be able to lift up to 25lbs. 

Clearance:

• Active Top Secret w/ SCI Eligibility

Location:

• On-site in Chantilly, Virginia

About Quantum Sky

Compensation:

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $120,000- $140,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

The world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it. 

 

At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky? 

 

Quantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.