NASA DevOps Engineer

Do you have a deep understanding of Terraform and Kubernetes and a desire to work within a dynamic, passionate team to make a tangible impact? If so, we need you!

MRI, a woman-owned Technologies and Engineering Services company, has an exciting opportunity for a DevOps Engineer on our progressive team based out of NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. We are at the forefront of developing innovative solutions, and we need your expertise to continue advancing our mission in deep space exploration.

As a DevOps Engineer , you will:

1. Lead the implementation and management of cloud infrastructure projects, focusing on automation and orchestration with Terraform and Kubernetes.
2. Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for efficient code deployment and management across multiple environments.
3. Collaborate with development teams to integrate DevOps practices into their workflows, improving scalability and reliability of systems.
4. Develop and manage monitoring solutions to ensure high availability and performance of applications and services.
5. Manage the full lifecycle of infrastructure and applications, from planning and provisioning to decommissioning.
6. Ensure compliance with security and data protection regulations.
7. Provide technical guidance and support to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
8. Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices in DevOps, cloud computing, and containerization.

Here's What You'll Need:

Requisition Qualifications:

1. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure.
2. Strong proficiency in Terraform and Kubernetes, with proven experience in deploying, scaling, and managing containerized applications.
3. Experience with CI/CD tools and processes, and familiarity with version control systems like Gitlab.
4. Demonstrated ability to automate processes and implement infrastructure as code (IaC) principles.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
6. Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to work effectively in a team and interface with other departments.
7. Self-motivated and proactive, with a keen attention to detail and organizational skills.

Requisition Preferences:

1. BS degree from an accredited school and five (7-10) years of direct DevOps experience.
2. Certifications in cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Kubernetes (CKA, CKAD).
3. Experience in scripting languages (Python, Bash, Go).
4. Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana) and logging solutions (ELK stack).
5. Background in working with Agile methodologies.

What we offer:

MRI is a well-established small business contractor, with contacts deeply rooted within NASA Johnson Space Center. There is a lot of opportunity to meet, learn from and engage people across the country including NASA civil-servant employees, cloud providers, major software vendors, other contractors, and the open-source community. Everyone on our team is encouraged to identify problems as they arise, formalize them into proposals, and is given the opportunity to get their proposal in front of the right people at NASA to make it a priority.

MRI offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package including competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and 401(k). Flexible scheduling and telework opportunities enhance work life balance.

Work Environment: This is a remote role, that may require travel 1-2 times a year.

Attendance: Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions: Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

Due to the nature of the NASA work, candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.