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Leidos

Principal DevOps Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

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Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Principal DevOps Engineer in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering ...

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Boston, MA · On-site

$140K - $175K/yr

The Principal DevOps Engineer will lead the design of our engineering platform, standards, and automation to enable product teams to build, test, and deploy independently and safely. The role is ...

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Burlington, MA · Hybrid

$163K - $185K/yr

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GliaCell Technologies

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Columbia, MD · On-site

$52.25 - $71.75/hr

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Principal DevOps Engineer

Burlington, MA · Hybrid

$163K - $185K/yr

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Principal DevOps Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

$163K - $185K/yr

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Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

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Principal DevOps Engineer

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$163K - $185K/yr

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Principal DevOps Engineer

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$163K - $185K/yr

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Principal DevOps Engineer

Burlington, MA · Hybrid

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System One

Principal DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Principal DevOps Engineer Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite - 5 Days/Week), Strongsville/Cleveland, OH, Birmingham, AL, Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas/Farmers Branch, TX, Phoenix, AZ Contract Industry * Banking ...

System One

Principal DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Principal DevOps Engineer Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite - 5 Days/Week), Strongsville/Cleveland, OH, Birmingham, AL, Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas/Farmers Branch, TX, Phoenix, AZ Contract Industry * Banking ...

System One

Principal DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Principal DevOps Engineer Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite - 5 Days/Week), Strongsville/Cleveland, OH, Birmingham, AL, Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas/Farmers Branch, TX, Phoenix, AZ Contract Industry * Banking ...

System One

Principal DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Principal DevOps Engineer Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite - 5 Days/Week), Strongsville/Cleveland, OH, Birmingham, AL, Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas/Farmers Branch, TX, Phoenix, AZ Contract Industry * Banking ...

System One

Principal DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Principal DevOps Engineer Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite - 5 Days/Week), Strongsville/Cleveland, OH, Birmingham, AL, Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas/Farmers Branch, TX, Phoenix, AZ Contract Industry * Banking ...

System One

Principal DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$49.25 - $67.50/hr

Principal DevOps Engineer Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite - 5 Days/Week), Strongsville/Cleveland, OH, Birmingham, AL, Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas/Farmers Branch, TX, Phoenix, AZ Contract Industry * Banking ...

System One

Principal DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Principal DevOps Engineer Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite - 5 Days/Week), Strongsville/Cleveland, OH, Birmingham, AL, Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas/Farmers Branch, TX, Phoenix, AZ Contract Industry * Banking ...

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How much do principal devops engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal devops engineer in the United States is $147,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal Devops Engineer vs Senior Devops Engineer?

AspectPrincipal Devops EngineerSenior Devops Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires advanced certifications like AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Linux Foundation certificationsOften holds similar certifications but may not require advanced or multiple certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads strategic initiatives, mentors teams, influences architecture decisionsExecutes complex projects, supports infrastructure, and implements automation
Industry UsageUsed in organizations seeking senior leadership in DevOps practicesCommonly found in teams executing day-to-day DevOps tasks

The main difference between a Principal Devops Engineer and a Senior Devops Engineer lies in scope and responsibility. The Principal typically leads strategic initiatives and influences architecture, while the Senior focuses on executing complex projects and supporting infrastructure. Both roles require similar technical skills and certifications, but the Principal role involves higher-level leadership and vision.

What is a Principal DevOps Engineer?

A Principal DevOps Engineer is a senior-level professional responsible for overseeing and optimizing the integration of software development and IT operations within an organization. They design and implement automation tools, manage infrastructure, and lead teams in adopting best practices for continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD). Principal DevOps Engineers also mentor junior staff, ensure system reliability, and help shape the overall DevOps strategy to support business goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Principal DevOps Engineer, and why are they important?

A Principal DevOps Engineer requires deep expertise in software development, cloud infrastructure, automation, and a solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, often backed by a degree in computer science or related certifications like AWS Certified DevOps Engineer. Familiarity with tools such as Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Terraform, and monitoring systems is vital for building robust deployment workflows. Leadership, problem-solving, and strong collaboration skills help drive cross-team initiatives and mentor junior engineers. These competencies ensure efficient, scalable, and reliable delivery of software solutions in complex technical environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Principal DevOps Engineers when implementing organization-wide automation initiatives?

Principal DevOps Engineers often encounter challenges such as aligning automation strategies across diverse teams, managing tool sprawl, and ensuring consistent security practices throughout the pipeline. They must balance the need for rapid deployment with maintaining system reliability and compliance standards. Successful Principal DevOps Engineers typically foster collaboration between development, operations, and security teams, and provide mentorship to drive cultural change and adoption of best practices.
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Principal DevOps Engineer

Envision Innovative Solutions

Annapolis Junction, MD

$58 - $79.50/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Envision Innovative Solutions
Current Job Openings >> Principal DevOps Engineer
Principal DevOps Engineer
Summary
Title: Principal DevOps Engineer ID: 1003 Department: Mission Intelligence and Cyber Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Description

Since 2008, Envision Innovative Solutions has delivered mission-focused technology solutions to the Intelligence Community. Our engineers thrive in a collaborative, zero-bureaucracy environment where innovation is encouraged, expertise is valued, and contributions directly support critical national security missions.

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal DevOps Engineer to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD.

What You'll Do

As a Principal DevOps Engineer, you will lead the design, automation, deployment, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure supporting mission-critical applications.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Design, deploy, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes
  • Lead DevOps initiatives across development, testing, staging, and production environments
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management solutions using tools such as Ansible and Puppet
  • Manage and optimize Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud-based environments
  • Develop automation scripts and tools using Python, Ruby, Java, or similar languages
  • Support software development teams through the full application lifecycle
  • Architect scalable, resilient, and high-availability solutions
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and improve operational efficiency
  • Serve as a technical leader within Agile development teams
  • Collaborate across engineering, security, and operations teams to drive continuous improvement
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
  • 10+ years of DevOps, Systems Engineering, or related experience
  • Experience with:
    • Git and version control best practices
    • Linux administration (RHEL, CentOS)
    • Docker and Kubernetes
    • Jenkins and/or Bamboo
    • AWS cloud environments
    • Infrastructure Automation (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment strategies
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Python, Go, Java, Ruby, C++, or similar programming languages
  • Experience with Software Defined Networking (SDN)
  • Experience supporting Platform as a Service (PaaS) environments
  • Elasticsearch (Kibana a plus)
  • Redis, ActiveMQ, Memcache, or similar technologies
Security Clearance:
  • Current/Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.

Why Envision Innovative Solutions:
Average Employee Tenure: 7-10 Years - Stability and long-term growth.
$3,000 Annual Training Budget
5 Weeks PTO 
100% Employer-Paid Medical Coverage
$1,200 Phone & Internet Stipend
401(k) + ~10% (Vested Day One)
  5% Annual Bonus
The projected compensation range for this position is $200,000.00-$220,000.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location , education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories
Envision Innovative Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.

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