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Description

Duration: 6+ months

Type: Contract

About the Role

We’re seeking a Senior DevOps Software Engineer to join one of our biggest clients in Philadelphia, PA.

This role is central to enabling secure, scalable, and high-performing microservices in a modern cloud infrastructure.

You’ll work closely with architects, product managers, and engineering teams to define and implement DevOps tools, frameworks, and best practices that support the full software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

+ Design, build, and operate DevOps tools and processes.

+ Develop horizontal technologies and best practices for engineering teams.

+ Define and implement CI/CD pipelines, source control strategies, and monitoring solutions.

+ Create reusable frameworks and libraries for scalable microservices.

+ Troubleshoot and improve system architecture with a focus on performance, security, and reliability.

+ Collaborate in an Agile environment, participating in daily stand-ups and iterative development.

+ Mentor developers and promote best-in-class engineering practices.

Technical Environment

+ Backend: Java (SpringBoot), MongoDB

+ Frontend: Svelte (preferred), React/Angular (acceptable)

+ Infrastructure: AWS, Terraform, Concourse

+ Security: SDL, audit, posture management tools

+ Development: Agile methodology, story-based ticketing

Requirements

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s in Computer Science or related field (Master’s preferred)

+ 8+ years of experience in cloud-based software engineering

+ Strong Java development skills (Java 1.8 preferred)

+ Experience with Python; Golang or NodeJS is a plus

+ Proven experience with AWS (EC2, S3, DynamoDB, Lambda, API Gateway, Fargate)

+ Hands-on experience with microservices and distributed systems

+ Familiarity with MongoDB and other NoSQL/relational databases

+ Understanding of network security and distributed architectures

+ Experience in Agile teams and CI/CD environments

Preferred Skills

+ Experience with SpringBoot

+ Frontend development experience (Svelte, React, Angular)

+ Security background (cybersecurity, audit, posture management)

+ Terraform and Concourse experience

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