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Job Title: DevOps/Platform Support Engineer
Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid, onsite day 1; minimum 3 days per week)
Duration: Contract - 12 months
Pay Range: $65.05/hr (W2)
Job ID: 406997
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Description
We are seeking an Application Programmer III to support and maintain enterprise DevOps platforms, CI/CD pipelines, application hosting environments, and deployment automation processes. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Linux, Core Java, Git, Ansible, Jenkins, and web/application operations and a proven ability to drive reliable software delivery, resolve incidents, remediate vulnerabilities, and improve processes through automation and standardization.
Responsibilities:
- Support and maintain enterprise DevOps platforms and CI/CD pipelines.
- Administer and troubleshoot application hosting environments and deployment automation.
- Provide production and non-production environment support and incident resolution.
- Coordinate releases, ensure platform stability, and partner with development, infrastructure, security, and operations teams.
- Execute vulnerability remediation and produce executive and technical reporting.
- Drive continuous improvements through automation and standardization.
FOSS (Free and Open-Source Software) Management:
- Apply Software Composition Analysis (SCA) to identify open-source components and risks.
- Identify and remediate open-source vulnerabilities.
- Interpret and manage software licenses including Apache, MIT, GPL, LGPL, and BSD.
End-of-Life (EOL) Management:
- Track and report EOL technologies across application portfolios.
- Perform risk assessments for unsupported frameworks, libraries, and operating systems.
- Develop remediation and upgrade plans and coordinate technology refreshes.
Vulnerability Management:
- Analyze security findings, prioritize remediation, and track remediation SLAs and compliance metrics.
- Partner with development teams to resolve vulnerabilities and support audit and regulatory requirements.
- Produce executive and technical reporting.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Primary skill: Core Java.
- Strong Linux background and troubleshooting.
- Hands-on with Git, Ansible, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with web servers and production application support.
- Experience with CMS platforms such as AEM or TeamSite.
- CI/CD pipeline implementation, release management, and build automation.
- Deployment troubleshooting and environment management (DEV/SIT/PROD).
- Linux administration; web servers such as Apache or Nginx; CDN technologies such as Akamai.
- Application monitoring, logging, incident response, and production support.
Preferred Skills:
- TeamSite and Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) experience.
- Experience with Agile practices and Jenkins-based automation.
Interview & Work Authorization Notes:
- Start month: To be determined based on interview scheduling.
- Interview process: 1-2 rounds. Video required. In-person not required.
- Glider ID verification required.
Candidate Submission Guidelines:
- Include current location and any relocation plan on the resume.
- List availability, start date, and any cooling-off requirement.
- Maximum submissions per vendor: 3.
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Opportunities for growth with global clients.
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Interested? Apply Now!
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume, including current location, relocation plan, availability, start date, and any cooling-off requirements.