DevOps Engineer / Consultant

As a DevOps Engineer / Consultant at McKee-Nix & Associates, you will support both internal operations and, potentially, digital initiatives for the manufacturers the company represents. You’ll design, build, and maintain infrastructure solutions, improve deployment pipelines, and help ensure reliability, scalability, and automation across systems. You’ll play a critical role in modernizing processes, improving system efficiency, and contributing to the company’s technical growth. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain automation pipelines (CI/CD) to deploy software and infrastructure.Implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar.Manage and provision cloud infrastructure, or on-prem systems, depending on needs.Monitor system performance and reliability; set up alerting and logging.Work closely with sales, operations, and product teams to understand technical requirements for new digital / software-based initiatives.Automate repetitive tasks to improve operational efficiency.Ensure system security by implementing DevOps best practices, including secure configurations, access controls, and vulnerability management.Facilitate collaboration between development teams and operations to align production readiness.Lead incident management: troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues quickly.Optimize resource usage and cost through scaling strategies and efficient architecture.Document infrastructure, processes, and system design for operations and future engineering reference.Provide training and mentorship on DevOps practices to team members.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).3–5+ years of experience in DevOps, infrastructure engineering, or site reliability engineering.Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) or on-prem infrastructure.Proficiency in scripting or programming (Python, Bash, etc.).Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, etc.).Strong understanding of system monitoring, logging, and alerting (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK).Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is preferred.Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on scalability and system reliability.Good communication skills; ability to work with non-technical stakeholders and cross-functional teams.BenefitsCompetitive base salary plus performance-based incentivesHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchingPaid time off, including vacation, sick days, and company holidaysFlexible / hybrid working arrangements (where applicable)Professional development support (training, certification reimbursement)Travel reimbursement (if working on-site for partner or manufacturer engagements)Opportunities for career growth into senior DevOps or Infrastructure Architect rolesWellness programs (e.g., mental health support, fitness stipend)Paid parental / family leave