DevOps/Platform Infrastructure Engineer

ArcheSys Inc is seeking a DevOps/Platform Infrastructure Engineer to support cloud infrastructure, continuous delivery automation, and platform reliability. The role focuses on maintaining AWS foundations and CI/CD pipelines, supporting Kubernetes workloads, managing artifacts, and configuring observability tools.

Responsibilities

• Provision, update, and maintain AWS resources (VPC, IAM, EKS, RDS, S3) using modular Terraform code; assist with state management and drift remediation
• Build, troubleshoot, and maintain Jenkins/CloudBees Core deployment pipelines utilizing Groovy shared libraries and dynamic build agents running on Kubernetes
• Assist in deploying, updating, and monitoring containerized applications on Amazon EKS; write and maintain Helm charts and ensure container security baselines
• Manage build artifacts, Docker images, and package repositories in JFrog Artifactory; assist with repository cleanup policies and dependency vulnerability triage using tools like JFrog Xray
• Configure dashboards, alerts, log collectors, and APM monitors across AWS and Kubernetes environments using Datadog or New Relic
• Integrate automated scanning tools (SAST, container vulnerability scanning, secrets scanning) into continuous integration workflows and manage application credentials via AWS Secrets Manager or HashiCorp Vault
• Participate in troubleshooting production incidents, conduct root-cause analysis, document operational runbooks, and perform peer code reviews for infrastructure code
• Implement and manage security controls, ensuring system integrity and compliance with industry standards and organizational policies
• Work closely with the security team to monitor for vulnerabilities and implement necessary patches and updates
• Support compliance initiatives by adhering to established IT policies and guidelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive and innovative solutions
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation outlining system architecture, procedures, and best practices
• Document procedures, configurations, and specifications, ensuring that knowledge is effectively shared across the team
• Contribute to the maintenance of a knowledge base to facilitate continuous learning and team development
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand their needs and develop solutions accordingly
• Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance team skills and expertise
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including system designs, configurations, and procedures
• Continuously learn and keep up to date with emerging technologies and best practices in the cloud and DevOps space
• Take part in internal and external training to develop the necessary skills and knowledge for career growth

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
• Continuous learning and development opportunities, including access to training resources and professional development programs
• A collaborative, inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages growth

Company

• Public sector digital strategy and product development services
• Rosedale, Maryland, USA
• https://archesys.io/
• Founded in 2019
• 11-50 employees

Qualifications

• Candidates **MUST have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5**years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD)
• This position does not offer any type of sponsorship. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the U.S. (e.g., Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD)
• Public Trust Clearance (or ability to obtain)
• 3–6 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Systems Engineering roles
• Proven hands-on experience provisioning and maintaining core AWS services (VPC, EC2, IAM, EKS, RDS, S3, CloudWatch)
• Solid experience writing, testing, and reviewing reusable Terraform modules
• Strong working knowledge of Jenkins or CloudBees Core, including declarative pipelines and Groovy scripting
• Practical experience running workloads on Kubernetes (EKS), creating Dockerfiles, and packaging applications with Helm
• Familiarity with repository management and promotion flows in JFrog Artifactory or similar registry solutions
• Experience creating alerts, metrics dashboards, and tracing rules in Datadog, New Relic, or AWS CloudWatch
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Bash, Python, or Groovy)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate
• Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• CloudBees Certified Jenkins Engineer
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly
• A collaborative mindset, able to work effectively in team environments and contribute to knowledge sharing and best practices
• A willingness to continually learn and adapt to the evolving technology landscape
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship
• As the US Government is our clientele, you may be required to obtain a public trust or security clearance
• Candidates **MUST have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5**years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).
• 3–6 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Systems Engineering roles.

Required skills

• AWS, Terraform, Jenkins / CloudBees Core, Groovy, Kubernetes (EKS), Docker, Helm, JFrog Artifactory, Datadog / New Relic / AWS CloudWatch, Bash, Python, Public Trust Clearance

Experience

• 3-6 years