Who we are:

Raft (https://TeamRaft.com) is a customer-obsessed non-traditional small business with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, with headquarters in McLean, VA. Our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting-edge tech stack, and cloud-native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans. We’re looking for an experienced Senior DevSecOps Engineer to support our customers and join our passionate team of high-impact problem solvers.

About the role:

As a Senior DevSecOps Engineer, you will lead the development and implementation of end-to-end cluster and application lifecycles, ensuring top-notch security and efficiency in processes. Collaborate with clients, guiding in the design and execution of Kubernetes or Docker solutions. Take a leading role in constructing CI/CD pipelines, driving the efficient delivery of software updates. Responsible for championing the GitOps principles for software delivery.

What we are looking for:

5-6 years of hands-on experience with Kubernetes or Docker

Lead in developing and implementing end-to-end cluster and application lifecycles 

Strong experience with AWS and cloud technologies

Deep understanding of Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies

Advanced networking experience

Experience with managing Service-Mesh, like Istio

In-depth knowledge of version control systems like Gitlab

Extensive experience in software systems development through CI/CD pipelines

Exceptional problem-solving capabilities

Dedicated to automation, system efficiency, and security

Experience in setting up and integrating enterprise-grade cloud-based services

Proficiency with Log Management and Analytics tools

Ability to oversee CI/CD pipelines using cloud services and automation tools

Experience with Infrastructure as Code and microservices

Highly preferred:

Proficiency in writing custom Helm Charts

Experience with Big Data platforms like Kafka or Hadoop

Advanced programming skills in multiple languages

Certifications such as CKA or AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate

Clearance Requirements:

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Work Type: 

Remote

May require up to 10% travel

Salary Range:

$110,000 - $180,000

The determination of compensation is predicated upon a candidate’s comprehensive experience, demonstrated skill, and proven abilities

What we will offer you:

Highly competitive salary

Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) and company match

Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays

Education & training benefits

Annual budget for your tech/gadgets needs

Monthly box of yummy snacks to eat while doing meaningful work

Remote, hybrid, and flexible work options

Team off-site in fun places!

Generous Referral Bonuses

And More!

Our Vision Statement: 

We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession with the mission. 

Our Customer Obsession: 

We will approach every deliverable like it’s a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.

How do we get there? 

Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking, and collaboration is a norm. 

Raft’s core philosophy is Ubuntu: I Am, Because We are. We support our “nadi” by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration. 

Salary and compensation

No salary data published by company so we estimated salary based on similar jobs related to Design, Docker, Cloud, Senior and Engineer jobs that are similar:

$70,000 — $120,000/year

Benefits

💰 401(k)

🌎 Distributed team

⏰ Async

🤓 Vision insurance

🦷 Dental insurance

🚑 Medical insurance

🏖 Unlimited vacation

🏖 Paid time off

📆 4 day workweek

💰 401k matching

🏔 Company retreats

🏬 Coworking budget

📚 Learning budget

💪 Free gym membership

🧘 Mental wellness budget

🖥 Home office budget

🥧 Pay in crypto

🥸 Pseudonymous

💰 Profit sharing

💰 Equity compensation

⬜️ No whiteboard interview

👀 No monitoring system

🚫 No politics at work

🎅 We hire old (and young)

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States