DevOps Engineer

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer responsible for managing development operations and IT infrastructure to support our rapid growth.

Responsibilities:

• Continuous Integration and Deployment: Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to enable the efficient and automated release of software and firmware updates for our autonomous surface vessels. Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth integration of new features and enhancements
• Infrastructure Automation: Utilize infrastructure-as-code (IaC) techniques to automate the provisioning, configuration, and management of cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure. Develop and maintain deployment scripts and configuration management tools
• Monitoring and Alerting: Implement and manage monitoring systems to ensure high availability, performance, and security of our applications and infrastructure. Establish appropriate alerting mechanisms to promptly identify and respond to incidents or anomalies
• Cloud Management: Manage cloud-based infrastructure and services (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure) to ensure scalability, reliability, and cost optimization. Monitor resource usage, analyze trends, and propose optimizations to improve efficiency
• Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices and industry standards for our infrastructure and applications. Collaborate with the security team to conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation activities. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a combined DevOps and IT role, preferably in a technology-focused company
• Strong knowledge of DevOps principles, CI/CD methodologies, and experience with relevant tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience managing cloud infrastructure and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
• Proficiency in scripting and automation languages (e.g., Bash, Python) to streamline infrastructure and deployment processes
• Solid understanding of networking protocols, security practices, and infrastructure components (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef) and infrastructure-as-code frameworks (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and propose effective solutions
• Knowledge of IT support best practices, including hardware and software troubleshooting, user management, and system administration
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking within the office.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.