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

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. is seeking a Data Engineer I with a focus on DevOps to support client-based development, operations, and infrastructure activities. This role involves working with CI/CD pipelines, AWS cloud services, and modern delivery pipelines in a collaborative environment, ideal for early-career professionals looking to grow in the DevOps field.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support code pipelines to ensure smooth execution
• Troubleshoot failed builds and collaborate with team members to resolve issues
• Assist in maintaining and updating pipeline configurations
• Support cloud operations, including monitoring resource health and utilization
• Assist with provisioning and managing compute, storage, and networking resources
• Perform routine environment management tasks
• Work with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., AWS CloudFormation) under guidance
• Support implementation of small infrastructure changes
• Use tools such as CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, or Datadog
• Respond to alerts and escalate issues as needed
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Support Docker-based application packaging and testing
• Work with Dockerfiles and container concepts
• Manage Git branches and support developers with merge conflicts
• Follow and help enforce branching strategies
• Maintain runbooks, troubleshooting guides, and system documentation
• Apply patches and system updates under guidance
• Support team efforts to maintain compliance with internal policies and client requirements
• Assist in maintaining secure configurations across cloud and system environments
• Participate in standups, sprint ceremonies, and team discussions
• Work with developers, testers, and operations teams during deployments

Skills

• Demonstrated hands-on experience (academic, internship, or project-based) with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Gitlab CI)
• Demonstrated hands-on experience (academic, internship, or project-based) with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, or similar)
• Familiarity with Linux and command-line tools
• Exposure to Docker or containerization concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
• 0 - 3 years of hands-on exposure (through academic work, internships, or projects) to DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, AWS services, and Linux environments
• Bachelor'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 States
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance (required for CMS work)
• 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
• 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
• Experience with scripting (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)
• Exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code concepts
• Coursework, labs, or certifications in DevOps, Cloud, or Infrastructure

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.
• 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.
• Employees 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 contributions.
• 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.
• You have two options to ensure the happiness and health of your pets.
• At Next Phase, we believe in sharing our success with the employees who make it happen!

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