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Kellton lists this Lead DevOps Engineer (Exp in App Dev) (CTH, W2 role) opportunity in reston, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title: Lead DevOps Engineer (with App Dev)
Location: Reston, VA (100% Remote)
Duration: 6 Months (Contract to Hire)
Profile: Lead-Level DevOps technologist with Application development chops (C++ and React evergreen native dev in AWS - in addition to the tech stack criteria below), also. So, basically a developer who loves ops. Must have experience build/deploy/troubleshoot web technology – dealt with all layers. Web pack is essential – Installed Electron windows; dealt with security problems.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Windows, Mac and Chromebook platform build engineering, ensuring reliable, scalable, repeatable builds
Assess and improve web module bundler configurations, build tooling, and monorepo (NX) workflows
Evaluate and optimize (or replace) Electron-based desktop build architecture
Own and enhance CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, AWS CodeBuild, and related tooling.
Design and implement Infrastructure as Code solutions (CloudFormation, CDK)
Improve dependency management, vulnerability remediation strategies, and release governance
Establish and document standardized Git branching strategies and DevOps best practices
Troubleshoot build, deployment, and infrastructure issues in real time as an escalation point
Partner closely with developers, QA, and business stakeholders to improve delivery cohesion
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers in DevOps principles, build engineering, and automation practices
Drive measurable improvements in build time, build reliability, and deployment confidence
Required Qualifications
Strong customer focus, ownership, urgency, and drive
Experience supporting desktop and web application build pipelines
Independent, proactive, and able to deliver high-quality code
Ability to mentor and influence engineers without formal authority
Strong documentation habits and process standardization experience
5+ years of experience in DevOps, build engineering, or platform engineering
Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK)
Experience improving dependency management and vulnerability remediation processes
Strong cross-functional communication with business, development, and QA stakeholders
Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, AWS CodeBuild, etc.)
Strong web component bundler expertise, including assessing, refactoring, and explaining configuration changes
Strong hands-on experience with Windows build environments and Windows OS-level considerations
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cloud cost optimization initiatives
Experience building applications with C++
Experience working with Electron in desktop applications
Experience working in large monorepo environments (e.g., NX)
Experience formalizing Git branching and release strategies across teams
Experience evaluating or migrating away from Electron-based architectures
Enterprise-scale DevOps experience in regulated or structured environments
Experience with technical support using tools such as Pager Duty to identify and resolve issues
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Worksite address
reston, VA, 22090, US
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