DE-26-327 - Data Engineer I - (DevOps Focus)

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. is seeking a Data Engineer I with a DevOps focus to support client-based development, operations, and infrastructure activities. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to build hands-on experience with DevOps practices, AWS cloud services, and modern delivery pipelines in a collaborative environment.ResponsibilitiesMonitor and support code pipelines to ensure smooth executionTroubleshoot failed builds and collaborate with team members to resolve issuesAssist in maintaining and updating pipeline configurationsSupport cloud operations, including monitoring resource health and utilizationAssist with provisioning and managing compute, storage, and networking resourcesPerform routine environment management tasksWork with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., AWS CloudFormation) under guidanceSupport implementation of small infrastructure changesUse tools such as CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, or DatadogRespond to alerts and escalate issues as neededAssist with basic troubleshooting and root cause analysisSupport Docker-based application packaging and testingWork with Dockerfiles and container conceptsManage Git branches and support developers with merge conflictsFollow and help enforce branching strategiesMaintain runbooks, troubleshooting guides, and system documentationApply patches and system updates under guidanceSupport team efforts to maintain compliance with internal policies and client requirementsAssist in maintaining secure configurations across cloud and system environmentsParticipate in standups, sprint ceremonies, and team discussionsWork with developers, testers, and operations teams during deploymentsSkillsDemonstrated hands-on experience (academic, internship, or project-based) with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Gitlab CI)AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, or similar)Familiarity with Linux and command-line toolsExposure to Docker or containerization conceptsStrong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn0 - 3 years of hands-on exposure (through academic work, internships, or projects) to DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, AWS services, and Linux environmentsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field (preferred)Must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized to work in the United StatesAbility to obtain a Public Trust clearance (required for CMS work)Strong organizational and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload based on the needs of the clientAbility to deal with ambiguity and frequent changes in prioritiesAbility to work with minimal supervisionExcellent technical writing skills and proven experience in systems with complex requirementsExcellent teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to team with others to meet project objectivesUnderstanding of the system development lifecycle as implemented with Agile; SAFe knowledge a plusProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to navigate in an office setting unassistedMust be able to lift up to 10 poundsStrong speaking skills, including the ability to articulate thoughts in a clear manner and excellent word enunciation skills, are requiredExperience with scripting (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)Exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code conceptsCoursework, labs, or certifications in DevOps, Cloud, or InfrastructureBenefitsChoose from three medical healthcare plansDental and Vision Insurance plans.Enjoy a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA), and a company-sponsored Wellness ProgramNext Phase offers life insurance, accidental death, and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance, all of which are paid for by the companyEmployees receive competitive paid time off, including 11 holidays and maternity leave for recovering mothers.Next Phase contributes 5% to a 401K plan without requiring employee contributionsEmployees can be reimbursed for professional development expenses such as classes, books, technical certification/testing fees, professional dues/subscriptions, and professional licenses required for their positionYou have two options to ensure the happiness and health of your petsAt Next Phase, we believe in sharing our success with the employees who make it happen!Company OverviewNext Phase Solutions and Services (Next Phase) is rethinking problem solving. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://npss-inc.com.



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