The Lead DevOps Engineer will manage a team to design, build, and optimize CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes clusters, and implement Infrastructure as Code while ensuring compliance with security standards.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY
Layered Extended Security Operations (LEXSO) is Constellis’ advanced multi-sensor integration platform, purpose-built to deliver real-time situational awareness and operational automation. By integrating leading-edge sensors, cloud-native infrastructure, and AI-driven analytics, LEXSO enables responses at the speed of sensing to protect critical infrastructure, bases of operations, and high-value assets worldwide.
Constellis is hiring a Lead DevOps Engineer to lead a team towards strengthening our platform delivery and ensure seamless deployment, monitoring, and scaling of LEXSO across government and commercial environments. In this role, you will have the ability to:
- Work at the intersection of security, AI, and mission-critical infrastructure.
- Lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary team delivering real-world impact.
- Contribute to protecting US government and commercial assets with cutting-edge technology.
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role — equal parts architect, mentor, and builder.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the DevOps Engineering team to design, build, and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments across staging, test, and production environments.
- Lead technical decisions to mananage and optimize Kubernetes clusters for LEXSO’s real-time, sensor-driven workloads.
- Containerize services using Docker (or Podman) and manage registries.
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent) for repeatable, scalable deployments.
- Maintain secure version control practices (Git, GitHub, GitLab, or equivalent).
- Configure, maintain, and improve monitoring, alerting, and incident response systems.
- Represent DevOps Engineers in cross-team technical discussions with developers, data scientists, and sensor integration teams to accelerate feature delivery and ensure resilience in operational deployments.
- Support compliance with DoD cybersecurity and cloud security standards where applicable.
- Mentor DevOps Engineers and set development best practices
- Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Business work hours are Monday-Friday standard core hours, however some extended or weekend hours may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10 years experience in DevOps, infrastructure, or cloud engineering
- 10 years of experience managing CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
- Scripting in Bash, Python, or PowerShell
- Kubernetes experience (explicit, production-level)
- Containerization experience with Docker or Podman (explicit, production-level)
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
- Experience using Git or equivalent version control systems
- Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and incident response workflows
- Ability to attain a Secret Clearance
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience with Jenkins, Nvidia GPU toolkits, or broader DevOps toolchains
- Monitoring and alerting with Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk and/or CloudWatch
BENEFITS
Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
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