Senior DevOps Engineer
Job Description
TheIncLab (TIL) is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to join their innovative team working on cutting-edge AI technologies for defense and aerospace industries. This role combines traditional DevOps responsibilities with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), focusing on building and maintaining robust infrastructure and automation systems. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with complex, integrated solutions while maintaining high system reliability and performance.
The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of experience in DevOps/SRE roles, with strong expertise in AWS services, infrastructure automation, and both Linux and Windows administration. You'll be responsible for building CI/CD pipelines, implementing infrastructure as code, and ensuring system reliability through monitoring and incident response. The role requires a security clearance-eligible U.S. citizen, reflecting the mission-critical nature of the work.
TIL offers an exceptional work environment with a culture of relentless optimism and innovation. The company provides comprehensive benefits including flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, full health coverage, and 401(k) matching. Based in either Nashville, TN or Tampa, FL, this hybrid position offers the perfect balance of collaborative office work and remote flexibility.
This is an excellent opportunity for a DevOps professional who wants to make a significant impact in the defense and aerospace sectors while working with cutting-edge AI technologies. The role combines technical challenges with meaningful work, supported by a company culture that values individual growth and contribution. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced DevOps engineers looking for their next career challenge.
Responsibilities For Senior DevOps Engineer
- Build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD
- Automate infrastructure provisioning using Terraform, Ansible
- Collaborate with developers and QA to create reliable deployment paths
- Implement infrastructure-as-code practices
- Design and implement monitoring, alerting, and observability systems
- Respond to incidents and lead root cause analysis
- Establish and evolve SLOs/SLIs
- Participate in on-call rotation
- Drive capacity planning and cost optimization
- Administer Linux and Windows infrastructure
- Manage self-hosted GitLab instances
- Implement security best practices
Requirements For Senior DevOps Engineer
- 5+ years in DevOps, SRE, or Infrastructure Engineering roles
- Hands-on experience with AWS services
- Experience with Terraform and/or Ansible
- Solid knowledge of Linux system administration
- Strong skills in Windows system administration
- Experience managing and automating GitLab
- Proficiency in programming or scripting languages
- Experience with monitoring solutions
- Understanding of networking and security
- Familiarity with Git and GitLab workflows
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Ability to travel up to 20%
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must be eligible for Security Clearance
Benefits For Senior DevOps Engineer
- Hybrid and flexible work schedules
- Professional development programs
- Training and certification reimbursement
- Extended and floating holiday schedule
- Paid time off and Paid volunteer time
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Wellness and Mental Health programs
- 100% Company Paid Benefits (STD, LTD, Basic Life insurance)
- 401(k) Plan with employer matching
- Incentive bonuses
- Employee Assistance Programs
