Job Description

Senior DevOps Engineer - CI/CD Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Location: Remote (U.S. only)

Type: 6–12 Month Contract (Option to Extend or Convert to Full-Time)

About the Role

We’re looking for a CI/CD Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join a Platform Engineering team on a long-term remote contract with the option to convert to full-time.

In this role, you’ll design, implement, and optimize modern CI/CD pipelines that accelerate software delivery, improve reliability, and automate complex release processes. You’ll also collaborate closely with development and operations teams, particularly supporting Java-based applications, to drive continuous improvement and engineering excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable CI/CD pipelines to streamline build, test, and deployment workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Java applications into CI/CD environments.
• Implement and enhance automation frameworks that improve efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot pipeline and deployment issues, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Continuously optimize pipelines for speed, scalability, and best practices.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and contribute to platform engineering standards.

Must-Have Skills

• Proven experience (8+ years) building and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Strong Java development background, including build and integration processes.
• Proficiency with version control (Git) and automation scripting in Bash or Python.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot pipeline issues and improve performance.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Dockeror Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, or AWS).
• Exposure to infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and its integration into CI/CD workflows.

Additional Details

�� Remote Role: Work from anywhere in the U.S.

�� Contract Length: 6–12 months, with potential to extend or convert to full-time.

⚠️ Employment Eligibility:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• No sponsorship or C2C arrangements