DevOps Programmer

Overview:
Our client is seeking an experienced DevOps Programmer to support a government digital services team focused on modernizing how citizens and businesses access public services online. This role sits within a digital-by-design environment and is responsible for the stability, security, and scalability of the core platforms that power public-facing digital services. You will work hands-on with containerized infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, API middleware, and multi-tier deployment environments.


What you will be doing:

• Monitor, maintain, configure, and optimize web-based middleware and API frameworks

• Support and improve CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, automated testing, release management)

• Manage multi-tier deployments across development streams

• Set up and maintain Kubernetes clusters

• Administer and support Docker-based environments

• Apply patches, upgrades, and configuration changes

• Implement and use monitoring tools (e.g. Grafana, Prometheus, SolarWinds)

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues affecting web services and applications

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve platform reliability and delivery processes

What you must have:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience with:

  Java

  Relational databases (e.g. MySQL)

  Git

  Jenkins (or similar automation/CI tools)

  Linux (Ubuntu preferred)

  Bash / Shell scripting

  APIs and API Gateways

  Apache and Nginx

  Load testing, performance testing, and automated testing

  Container technologies

• Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes (cluster setup and ongoing administration)

• Experience with software installation, configuration, system administration, and patch management

• Full SDLC experience supporting web applications

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Self-motivated with experience working in collaborative, team-oriented environments

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.