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Boulder, United States of America Hybrid USD 90,098 – 95,025 / year

General Dynamics Mission Systems was looking for a Cloud DevOps and Platform Engineer

Design and implement automated solutions for provisioning and managing multiple Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) environments. You'll configure cloud infrastructure across platforms like AWS and Azure, with a focus on identity management, networking, application security, logging, monitoring, and deployment pipelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain infrastructure automation for PaaS environments using tools such as Terraform, Terragrunt, and Packer
  • Deploy and manage core services including Docker, Kubernetes, RabbitMQ, Redis, and Elasticsearch
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to plan and execute platform upgrades and enhancements
  • Provide architectural guidance and troubleshooting support during cloud implementations
  • Ensure compliance with security best practices across cloud environments

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field is required. Alternatively, a Master’s degree may substitute for experience. Candidates must be U.S. citizens eligible for access to classified information and able to pass a U.S. Government security investigation.

Preference will be given to applicants with Agile methodology experience and an active Department of Defense Secret security clearance.

Technical Environment

  • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, RHOSP, VIO
  • Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
  • CI/CD & Automation: GitLab, Jenkins, Puppet, Chef, Ansible
  • Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Terragrunt, Packer
  • Services & Middleware: RabbitMQ, Redis, Elasticsearch, NGINX, REST APIs

Work Environment

This position operates under a hybrid model, requiring 3–5 days per week on-site at a customer facility in Boulder, Colorado, with flexibility to work remotely the remainder of the time.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range of $90,098 – $95,025 per year
  • 401k with company match
  • Flexible paid time off and parental leave
  • Healthcare and wellness programs
  • Every other Friday off under a 9/80 work schedule
  • Support for continuous learning and professional growth
  • Employee resource groups and social communities

Company Culture

Our environment values trust, honesty, and transparency. We foster collaboration, recognize individual contributions, and support team success. Innovation is encouraged, particularly through the application of AI technologies. Professional development is a priority, and we maintain a flexible, purpose-driven workplace.

Equal Opportunity

This employer is committed to equal opportunity. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Required Skills
AWSMicrosoft AzureDockerKubernetesGitLabJenkinsPuppetDevOpsAgile Methodology
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General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation.
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Job Details
Department Engineering-Software
Category infrastructure
Posted 4 months ago