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Bixal

Senior DevOps Architect

Bixal, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

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At Bixal, we are focused on delivering high-impact federal digital services. This role leads the design and development of modern, scalable solutions for federal government projects and proposals, working across engineering, business development, and delivery teams to win new work and drive growth.

Important notices for applicants Official communication will come from an email address ending in @bixal.com or from talent@bixal.com. Messages from other sources may be fraudulent; exercise caution with links or attachments. Bixal provides reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process and for interviews. If you need assistance, contact talent@bixal.com.

Location & Compensation Location: Remote from any location within DC, Maryland, or Virginia (DMV Area); occasional office visits. Must be legally authorized to work in the US. Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.

Compensation: The salary range for this role is $120,000 – $180,000. Offers tend to land near the midpoint, based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Responsibilities Technical Solution Design & Architecture

Architect modern, cloud-native solutions for proposals and active projects

Ensure technical alignment with Bixal’s capabilities, industry best practices, and federal digital service standards

Lead the development of secure, scalable CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure

Manage container platforms using Docker, Kubernetes (e.g., EKS, AKS, GKE), and Helm

Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using Terraform, Pulumi, or similar tools

Integrate DevSecOps best practices into automated deployment and release processes

Business Development & Proposal Support

Collaborate with business development teams to shape technical solutioning early in the pursuit process

Write and review proposal content (SOWs, technical volumes, staffing plans, compliance matrices) that differentiates Bixal

Present solutions in client and partner discussions, orals, and whiteboarding sessions

Align solutions with client mission needs, emerging technologies, and digital transformation priorities

Technical Leadership & Innovation

Serve as a thought leader across projects and proposals, contributing to Bixal’s technical vision and strategy

Mentor technical staff and guide solution direction for complex federal programs

Represent Bixal in industry events, meetups, and thought leadership opportunities

Other relevant duties as assigned, trained, and qualified to perform

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or equivalent

Deep experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native solution design

Strong proficiency with IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible, Pulumi) and scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.)

Proven experience developing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines with tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, CircleCI

Advanced knowledge of containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes

Familiarity with DevSecOps best practices and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO, etc.)

Experience designing solutions aligned with human-centered design, Agile methodologies, and digital service delivery in the federal space

Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and collaborate across cross-functional digital environments

Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor technical concepts to diverse stakeholders

Strong understanding of federal procurement processes and contracting vehicle

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with CMS, GSA, VA, or other civilian agencies

Certifications in AWS, Azure, or enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF)

Familiarity with low-code/no-code platforms, AI/ML, or data science solutions

How We Support Our Team

Flex hours

401K with matching incentive

Parental Leave

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Flex Spending Account

Company provided short-term disability and life insurance

Commuter benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Paid holidays

Our company is committed to equal employment opportunities and complies with applicable anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We leverage technology, communications, data, and human-centered design to help governments and organizations be more efficient, effective, and impactful.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Information Technology

Industries Business Consulting and Services

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