Job Title: Lead DevOps Engineer (with App Dev)Location: Reston, VA (100% Remote)Duration: 6 Months (Contract to Hire)Profile: Lead-Level DevOps technologist with Application development chops (C++ and React evergreen native dev in AWS - in addition to the tech stack criteria below), also. So, basically a developer who loves ops. Must have experience build/deploy/troubleshoot web technology – dealt with all layers.
Web pack is essential – Installed Electron windows; dealt with security problems.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Windows, Mac and Chromebook platform build engineering, ensuring reliable, scalable, repeatable buildsAssess and improve web module bundler configurations, build tooling, and monorepo (NX) workflowsEvaluate and optimize (or replace) Electron-based desktop build architectureOwn and enhance CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, AWS CodeBuild, and related tooling.Design and implement Infrastructure as Code solutions (CloudFormation, CDK)Improve dependency management, vulnerability remediation strategies, and release governanceEstablish and document standardized Git branching strategies and DevOps best practicesTroubleshoot build, deployment, and infrastructure issues in real time as an escalation pointPartner closely with developers, QA, and business stakeholders to improve delivery cohesionMentor junior and mid-level engineers in DevOps principles, build engineering, and automation practicesDrive measurable improvements in build time, build reliability, and deployment confidenceRequired QualificationsStrong customer focus, ownership, urgency, and driveExperience supporting desktop and web application build pipelinesIndependent, proactive, and able to deliver high-quality codeAbility to mentor and influence engineers without formal authorityStrong documentation habits and process standardization experience5+ years of experience in DevOps, build engineering, or platform engineeringExperience implementing Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK)Experience improving dependency management and vulnerability remediation processesStrong cross-functional communication with business, development, and QA stakeholdersExperience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, AWS CodeBuild, etc.)Strong web component bundler expertise, including assessing, refactoring, and explaining configuration changesStrong hands-on experience with Windows build environments and Windows OS-level considerationsPreferred QualificationsExperience with cloud cost optimization initiativesExperience building applications with C++Experience working with Electron in desktop applicationsExperience working in large monorepo environments (e.g., NX)Experience formalizing Git branching and release strategies across teamsExperience evaluating or migrating away from Electron-based architecturesEnterprise-scale DevOps experience in regulated or structured environmentsExperience with technical support using tools such as Pager Duty to identify and resolve issuesJ-18808-Ljbffr