Description DevOps Software Engineer - TS/SCI Xcelerate Solutions is looking for our next TS/SCI‑cleared DevOps Software Engineer to join a high‑energy team building and deploying a cutting‑edge technology stack in support of the DIA‑NMEC (National Media Exploitation Center) DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP). This role is part of a 10‑year program supporting the DOMEX Data Discovery Platform (D3P) Modernization effort, where you'll contribute to mission‑critical capabilities alongside a collaborative, innovative, and growth‑oriented team. While the majority of work is performed on‑site at our customer location in Bethesda, MD, we offer a flexible schedule and occasional opportunities for remote work. As a DevOps Software Engineer, you'll help design, deploy, and maintain a full‑stack, containerized microservices architecture. You'll also support systems administration, installation, configuration, and the broader adoption of DevOps best practices across cross‑functional engineering teams. In this fast‑paced environment, you'll collaborate closely with systems engineering, architecture, development, security, operations, and integration teams. Occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry. Location: Bethesda, MD Security Clearance: TS/SCI Responsibilities Deploy, triage, and maintain a production big‑data pipeline built on Kubernetes, Elasticsearch, and Kafka Enhance and maintain CI/CD pipelines and DevOps automation to accelerate development and improve reliability Design and support scalable, redundant infrastructure across physical and virtual environments Use Helm to configure Kubernetes deployments for new features and evolving requirements Partner with Systems Engineers to architect solutions for new capabilities Contribute technical input to engineering documentation, diagrams, and models Participate in Agile release planning, scrums, design sessions, bug triage, and related team activities Minimum Requirement Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of relevant experience; 6+ years with a Master's Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph Strong Linux proficiency Hands‑on experience with containers and Kubernetes Experience with CI/CD orchestration and GitLab Familiarity with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana Demonstrated success working in cross‑functional engineering environments Preferred Qualification Experience operating systems at scale Knowledge of Agile methodologies Development experience (Bash, PowerShell, SALT, Python, Groovy, Java, etc.) Experience supporting enterprise or production systems Familiarity with: Kafka or other messaging systems (AMQP, JMS) Kubernetes monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana) GPU‑based Kubernetes SALT for deployment automation Helm / Helmfile * Nexus About Xcelerate Solutions: Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate's culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal's "50 Best Places to Work" list as well as being a "Great Place to Work" certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers! Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability. Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America’s fastest growing companies, being named to the Inc. 5000 List in both 2014 and 2015. With an ISO 9001 certified quality management system, an ISO 27001 certified information security management system, and delivery processes assessed at CMMI® Level 3, Xcelerate is committed to service delivery excellence. Our ability to integrate security solutions, business processes, enterprise technology, and project management enables us to deliver solutions that solve problems and accelerate results for our clients. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to their continued success. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list.
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristic. In accordance with EO 13665 Final Rule, Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Applicants selected must be able to possess and maintain a government clearance as required for access to classified information.
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