Lead AWS DevOps Engineer
Research InnovationsFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must have 3+ years of experience in DevOps or software engineering, with proven experience in crafting CI/CD processes and automation. A deep knowledge of AWS cloud technology, familiarity with infrastructure as code technologies like Terraform or Pulumi, and proficiency with containerization technologies such as Docker are required. Experience with scripting languages like Python or Bash, experience in an agile scrum environment, and the ability to learn new technologies quickly are also necessary. U.S. Citizenship is required to access specific data systems and export-controlled data.
The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for owning build and deployment automation, developing and maintaining the overall platform health, scaling, and planning. This role involves creating self-service tools to enhance data engineering efficiency, building logging and monitoring tools to visualize platform status and improve SRE practices, and playing a key role in implementing a secure, robust, and high availability DevOps pipeline. The engineer will also contribute to the build-out of a multi-account AWS environment and automate build and deployment processes.
Advanced data collection for national security
Vannevar Labs enhances national security by providing advanced data collection and analysis tools primarily for government agencies and defense contractors. Their main product, Decrypt, simplifies the process of gathering public data from hard-to-reach sources while ensuring secure and anonymous data collection. This platform decentralizes data collection, pulling information from various global sources without requiring user interaction, using layered obfuscation methods to protect data integrity and user identities. Decrypt's open architecture allows for quick integration with other applications, making it adaptable to various needs. Vannevar Labs operates on a subscription-based model, charging clients for access to Decrypt, which ensures a steady revenue stream. The company's goal is to leverage technology to improve national security and maintain its reputation as a trusted provider in the defense sector.