310 - DevOps Engineer II (AWS and DATABRICKS)

Εταιρεία: Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc.
Είδος εργασίας: Πλήρης απασχόλησης

Next Phase Solutions and Services is seeking an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. As an AWS DevOps Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our AWS cloud infrastructure.
Requirements
MUST HAVE HANDS-ON experience working with AWS services like EC2, S3, VPC, EKS, MWAA, etc.
Design, develop, and implement data engineering solutions on the Databricks platform.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Databricks workflows and pipelines.
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies related to Databricks and big data processing.
Working experience in setting up CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub, and open-source tools.
Experience in provisioning AWS resources using Terraform and/or Cloudformation scripts.
Drive designing, implementing, developing, and maintaining AWS services-based solutions in emerging technology.
Drive technical discussions and explain best approaches to solutions and product options to meet customer needs and explain these to the non-technical department handling the issues.
Experience with developing and deploying serverless architectures using Lambda.
Experience in building scalable production systems (load balancers, master/slave architectures)
Experience in securing applications and data using encryption services like KMS.
Experience working with Security and Compliance tools like AWS SecurityHub, AWS Inspector, and AWS Config.
Hands-on experience in troubleshooting performance issues.
Participate in various requirements sessions with internal and external stakeholders and convert business / functional requirements into technical solutions, along with supporting materials such as use cases, designs, flowcharts, models, specifications, and reports.
Provide technical support to requirements, development, testing, help desk, and training teams.
Work directly with users, clients, and project teams.
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and agile delivery environment
Must be U.S. citizen or green card holder and have established residency in the US for the past three (3) years. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Education/Experience:
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related engineering discipline
Total of five (5) years of experience, of which three (3) years of experience involves working with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, CloudFormation, Lambda, and IAM, and one (1) year working with Databricks
Experience in developing and deploying scalable cloud solutions and services for the federal sector (required)
HHS/CMS AWS Cloud experience (preferred)
Possessing one (1) professional and one (1) specialty AWS certification is desirable.
General:
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload based on the needs of the client
Ability to deal with ambiguity and frequent changes in priorities
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Excellent technical writing skills and proven experience in systems with complex requirements
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to team with others to meet project objectives
Understanding of the system development lifecycle as implemented with Agile; SAFe knowledge a plus
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to navigate in an office setting unassisted
Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
Strong speaking skills, including the ability to articulate thoughts in a clear manner and excellent word enunciation skills, are required
Additional Information about this opening:
Employees of Next Phase shall, as an enduring obligation throughout their term of employment, adhere to all information security requirements as documented in company policies and procedures
Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, with three days in the office per week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday) and two days working remotely
We are committed to your professional growth, providing opportunities for advancement and exposure to exciting projects and initiatives
This position is suited for candidates within commuting distance to Columbia, MD and not eligible for a fully remote schedule
Must be US citizens or green card holders and have established residency in the US for the past three (3) years. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
As a healthcare and science research company, Next Phase embraces the recommendations from the CDC regarding vaccines for highly infectious diseases. Unless qualified for a religious or medical exemption, employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and professional growth and development opportunities. If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your application for consideration.
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only, not a compensation or salary guarantee. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other laws.
ABOUT NEXT PHASE SOLUTIONS AND SERVICES, INC.
Innovation. It’s What Defines Us.
Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. provides insights and solutions for healthcare, engineering, and science research. Next Phase commits to creating an environment where our employees achieve their full potential, increase productivity, and expand their professional and personal horizons. We look for bright, innovative people who achieve results, understand the importance of being productive and supportive team members, and prioritize customer satisfaction. Next Phase leadership is looking for new leaders, scientific and technical subject matter experts, and technically savvy people interested in putting forth the effort and commitment needed to grow our company.
Will you join us to share in the success?
Benefits
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
HEALTH AND WELLNESS BENEFITS
Choose from three medical healthcare plans.
Dental and Vision Insurance plans.
Enjoy a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA), and a company-sponsored Wellness Program.
PERSONAL INSURANCE BENEFITS
Next 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 company.
PAID LEAVE
Employees receive competitive paid time off, including 11 holidays and maternity leave for recovering mothers.
RETIREMENT
Next Phase contributes 5% to a 401K plan without requiring employee contributions.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Employees can be reimbursed for professional development expenses such as classes, books, technical certification/testing fees, professional dues/subscriptions, and professional licenses required for their position.
PET INSURANCE
You have two options to ensure the happiness and health of your pets.
COMPETITIVE BONUS PROGRAM
At Next Phase, we believe in sharing our success with the employees who make it happen!
Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
"EOE, including disability/vets"
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Based on the applicant's information, our HR representatives offer assistance tailored to accommodate individual disabilities, whether it be additional time, alternative formats, or other reasonable adjustments.
7. Educate Staff:
Our HR staff and relevant personnel are well-versed in ADA requirements and our commitment to providing reasonable accommodations. We provide ongoing training to ensure our team responds appropriately to similar requests, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.