DevOps Engineer

About The Company Ad Hoc LLC is a forward-thinking technology company dedicated to empowering organizations to deliver scalable and impactful digital services. With a focus on modern, agile methodologies, the company develops innovative products that meet the evolving needs of government agencies and public sector entities. Ad Hoc has established a reputation for transforming government technology landscapes by building solutions that enhance public service delivery and improve user experiences. Their work has significantly contributed to connecting Veterans with tailored services, facilitating access to healthcare, and supporting vital programs such as Head Start. The organization fosters a remote-first culture, leveraging advanced communication tools and flexible work environments to attract top talent nationwide. Committed to high standards, accountability, and inclusivity, Ad Hoc values continuous learning and collaborative problem-solving to drive meaningful change in the public sector. About The Role The Staff DevOps Engineer role at Ad Hoc is a remote position that plays a critical part in shaping the technical strategy and infrastructure of the Veterans Affairs (VA) business unit. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert, leading complex projects and influencing technical decision-making across teams. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-native infrastructure, pipelines, and security practices to ensure reliable, secure, and compliant software delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of DevOps principles and cloud technologies. As a key contributor, you will mentor junior engineers, lead cross-functional initiatives, and collaborate closely with government partners and stakeholders to deliver high-quality digital services that improve Veteran outcomes. Your expertise will help streamline processes, enhance system security, and support the organization’s mission to modernize government services efficiently and effectively. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field9+ years of professional software engineering or DevOps experienceExpert-level mastery of core DevOps concepts including software installation, virtualization, containerization, and networkingProficiency with Terraform/Terragrunt, including module design and multi-environment management at scaleExtensive experience with GitHub Actions and Argo CD for complex CI/CD pipeline design and troubleshootingDeep knowledge of HAProxy/OpenResty in production environmentsStrong expertise with AWS Cloud Services, including EKS/Kubernetes architecture, workload scheduling, and lifecycle managementProven experience leading infrastructure design decisions and communicating technical tradeoffs to diverse stakeholdersExperience ensuring systems meet CMS/NIST compliance standards for Authority to Operate (ATO)U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorshipAbility to pass and maintain required government background investigations Responsibilities Serve as an emerging subject matter expert in DevOps practices and cloud infrastructureLead and monitor project scope, schedule, and delivery requirements with minimal oversightShape the long-term technical strategy for infrastructure and software deliveryAdvocate for best technical solutions, communicating tradeoffs and benefits to stakeholdersMentor team members and support the development of engineering talentLead critical cross-team projects and initiatives to improve DevOps processes and toolingDesign and implement cloud infrastructure and pipelines, ensuring scalability, reliability, and securityDevelop and enforce standards for libraries, modules, and packages used across projectsEnsure infrastructure and applications adhere to security best practices and compliance standardsEstablish and evolve CI/CD strategies to accelerate software delivery without compromising qualityIntegrate tooling to meet non-functional requirements such as security vulnerabilities, quality thresholds, and static analysisPlan and execute migrations to cloud-native data servicesCollaborate with government partners and app teams to meet security, SLA, and performance benchmarksParticipate in technical planning, client presentations, and documentation effortsConduct technical interviews to assess and maintain high standards within the engineering team Benefits Company-subsidized health, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible paid time off (PTO)401(k) retirement plan with employer matchPaid parental leave after one year of serviceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support Equal Opportunity Ad Hoc LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, veteran status, political ideology, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. The company values the skills and perspectives gained through military service and encourages veterans and transitioning service members to apply. Ad Hoc is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming work environment where every individual can thrive.