Site Reliability Engineer (6170)

Site Reliability Engineer

As Site Reliability Engineer, you'll have strong GitLab expertise to support and enhance enterprise platforms. This role will focus primarily on GitLab while also maintaining Jira and Confluence. The ideal candidate will proactively drive improvements, implement automation, and advocate for broader adoption of GitLab across the organization.

We know that you can't have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you'll do:

• Administer and optimize GitLab, Jira, and Confluence, ensuring reliability, security, and performance.
• Develop and maintain automation for build, deployment, and monitoring.
• Design, implement, and enhance CI/CD pipelines in GitLab with integrated security and compliance.
• Manage infrastructure with Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux server administration.
• Conduct gap analysis and recommend platform enhancements to improve efficiency and user adoption.
• Act as a GitLab ambassador, demonstrating value and encouraging platform adoption across stakeholders.
• Provide technical consultation on upgrades, features, and integrations to strengthen platform capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with federal security requirements (e.g., NIST 800-53).

What you'll need to succeed:

• Active Secret Clearance
• 3+ years with AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Strong, hands-on GitLab administration and CI/CD experience
• Proficiency in Linux administration (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, etc.)
• Skilled in Bash/Shell and Python for automation
• Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Hands-on with Docker and Kubernetes (K8s, EKS, Helm)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical value
• Prior federal government experience

SALARY RANGE: $142,000 - $157,000

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:

• The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
• The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
• Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
• This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:
• Performance-based bonuses
• Company-paid training and/or certifications
• Referral bonuses

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Parental Leave and dependent care
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness programs

Commitment to Non-Discrimination: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

What we want you to know: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.