TheIncLab
Overview
The Mission Starts Here. TheIncLab engineers and delivers intelligent digital applications and platforms that revolutionize how our customers and mission-critical teams achieve success.
Location: Nashville, TN
Your mission, should you choose to accept: we're looking for a
Senior DevOps Engineer
who is passionate about automation, operational excellence, and building reliable, scalable infrastructure. This role blends core DevOps responsibilities with a strong emphasis on
Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) , helping ensure system uptime, performance, and observability across environments. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience managing CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and production operations, with a mindset oriented toward reducing toil and driving continuous improvement.
DevOps Engineering
Build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD or similar tools
Automate infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and maintenance using Terraform, Ansible, or related technologies
Collaborate with developers and QA to create reliable deployment paths from local dev to production
Implement infrastructure-as-code practices across environments (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes, bare-metal)
Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)
Design and implement monitoring, alerting, and observability systems to maintain high availability and performance
Respond to incidents, lead root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures
Establish and evolve SLOs/SLIs to ensure measurable system reliability
Participate in on-call rotation and help build automation to reduce the need for human intervention
Drive capacity planning, performance tuning, and cost optimization initiatives
System Operations
Administer Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) and Windows-based infrastructure
Manage self-hosted GitLab instances and ensure secure, performant operation
Implement and enforce security best practices across infrastructure (IAM, RBAC, least privilege, etc.)
Support both containerized and virtualized workloads across environments
Requirements
5+ years in DevOps, SRE, or Infrastructure Engineering roles
Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, etc.) and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
Experience deploying and managing infrastructure using Terraform and/or Ansible
Solid knowledge of Linux system administration
Strong skills in Windows system administration environments
Proven experience managing and automating GitLab, including CI/CD pipelines
Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (Python, Bash, etc.)
Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions (CloudWatch, Datadog, CloudTrail)
Solid understanding of networking, security best practices, and high-availability system design
Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and GitLab workflows
Strong troubleshooting and incident response skills, with a focus on automation and root cause analysis
Ability to travel up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
AWS certification or equivalent practical experience
Knowledge of cloud cost optimization and efficiency practices
Experience with self-hosted GitLab instances and CI/CD pipelines
Clearance Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level. Existing clearance is preferred
Benefits
Hybrid and flexible work schedules
Professional development programs
Training and certification reimbursement
Extended and floating holiday schedule
Paid time off and Paid volunteer time
Health and Wellness Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs
100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance
401(k) Plan Options with employer matching
Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals
A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team
About TheIncLab Founded in 2015, TheIncLab ("TIL") is the first human-centered artificial intelligence (AI+X) lab. We engineer complex, integrated solutions that combine cutting-edge AI technologies with emerging systems-of-systems to solve some of the most difficult challenges in the defense and aerospace industries. Our work spans diverse technological landscapes, from rapid ideation and prototyping to deployment. We foster a culture of relentless optimism. No problem is too hard, no project is too big, and no challenge is too complex to tackle. This is possible due to the positive attitude of our teams. We approach every problem with a "yes" attitude and focus on results. Our motto, "demo or die," encompasses the idea that failure is not an option. We do all of this with a work ethic rooted in kindness and professionalism. The positive attitude of our teams is only possible due to the support TIL provides to each individual. At TIL, we believe that every challenge is an opportunity for growth and innovation. Our teams are encouraged to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions to complex problems. We understand that the path to success is not always straightforward, but we are committed to persevering and finding a way forward. Our culture of relentless optimism is not just about having a positive attitude; it is about taking action and making things happen. We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, and we know that by working together, we can achieve great things. Our teams are made up of individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to making a difference.
Learn more about TheIncLab and our job opportunities at www.theinclab.com.
Notes
Salary range guidance provided is not a guarantee of compensation. Offers of employment may be at a salary range that is outside of this range and will be based on qualifications, experience, and possible contractual requirements
This is a direct hire position, and we do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies
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Location: Nashville, TN
Your mission, should you choose to accept: we're looking for a
Senior DevOps Engineer
who is passionate about automation, operational excellence, and building reliable, scalable infrastructure. This role blends core DevOps responsibilities with a strong emphasis on
Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) , helping ensure system uptime, performance, and observability across environments. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience managing CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and production operations, with a mindset oriented toward reducing toil and driving continuous improvement.
DevOps Engineering
Build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD or similar tools
Automate infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and maintenance using Terraform, Ansible, or related technologies
Collaborate with developers and QA to create reliable deployment paths from local dev to production
Implement infrastructure-as-code practices across environments (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes, bare-metal)
Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)
Design and implement monitoring, alerting, and observability systems to maintain high availability and performance
Respond to incidents, lead root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures
Establish and evolve SLOs/SLIs to ensure measurable system reliability
Participate in on-call rotation and help build automation to reduce the need for human intervention
Drive capacity planning, performance tuning, and cost optimization initiatives
System Operations
Administer Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) and Windows-based infrastructure
Manage self-hosted GitLab instances and ensure secure, performant operation
Implement and enforce security best practices across infrastructure (IAM, RBAC, least privilege, etc.)
Support both containerized and virtualized workloads across environments
Requirements
5+ years in DevOps, SRE, or Infrastructure Engineering roles
Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, etc.) and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
Experience deploying and managing infrastructure using Terraform and/or Ansible
Solid knowledge of Linux system administration
Strong skills in Windows system administration environments
Proven experience managing and automating GitLab, including CI/CD pipelines
Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (Python, Bash, etc.)
Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions (CloudWatch, Datadog, CloudTrail)
Solid understanding of networking, security best practices, and high-availability system design
Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and GitLab workflows
Strong troubleshooting and incident response skills, with a focus on automation and root cause analysis
Ability to travel up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
AWS certification or equivalent practical experience
Knowledge of cloud cost optimization and efficiency practices
Experience with self-hosted GitLab instances and CI/CD pipelines
Clearance Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level. Existing clearance is preferred
Benefits
Hybrid and flexible work schedules
Professional development programs
Training and certification reimbursement
Extended and floating holiday schedule
Paid time off and Paid volunteer time
Health and Wellness Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs
100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance
401(k) Plan Options with employer matching
Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals
A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team
About TheIncLab Founded in 2015, TheIncLab ("TIL") is the first human-centered artificial intelligence (AI+X) lab. We engineer complex, integrated solutions that combine cutting-edge AI technologies with emerging systems-of-systems to solve some of the most difficult challenges in the defense and aerospace industries. Our work spans diverse technological landscapes, from rapid ideation and prototyping to deployment. We foster a culture of relentless optimism. No problem is too hard, no project is too big, and no challenge is too complex to tackle. This is possible due to the positive attitude of our teams. We approach every problem with a "yes" attitude and focus on results. Our motto, "demo or die," encompasses the idea that failure is not an option. We do all of this with a work ethic rooted in kindness and professionalism. The positive attitude of our teams is only possible due to the support TIL provides to each individual. At TIL, we believe that every challenge is an opportunity for growth and innovation. Our teams are encouraged to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions to complex problems. We understand that the path to success is not always straightforward, but we are committed to persevering and finding a way forward. Our culture of relentless optimism is not just about having a positive attitude; it is about taking action and making things happen. We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, and we know that by working together, we can achieve great things. Our teams are made up of individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to making a difference.
Learn more about TheIncLab and our job opportunities at www.theinclab.com.
Notes
Salary range guidance provided is not a guarantee of compensation. Offers of employment may be at a salary range that is outside of this range and will be based on qualifications, experience, and possible contractual requirements
This is a direct hire position, and we do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies
#J-18808-Ljbffr