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DevOps Engineer

Axiom Space

Houston, TX
Full Time
Senior
23 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Axiom Space is building for beyond, guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere. We foster a diverse environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic person who is fueled by problem-solving, continuously curious, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond. The DevOps Engineer will play a critical role in supporting and advancing the cloud-based software infrastructure used for Flight Software development at Axiom Space. This position will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams-including Software Development, Systems Engineering, and Safety-to design, implement, and enhance a scalable and secure DevSecOps environment aligned with industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable, developer-centric infrastructure to support dynamic and continuous software development workflows
  • Integrate DevSecOps tools, services, and best practices into the existing cloud-based infrastructure to improve automation, security, and reliability
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, training materials, and presentations to support integration efforts and knowledge transfer across teams
  • Contribute to the enhancement and automation of current DevSecOps procedures by recommending and implementing innovative tools and approaches
  • Perform development and administrative tasks in a Linux-based environment
  • Actively participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and workflows to ensure timely and efficient delivery of project goals
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including software, systems, and safety-to define project scope, technical requirements, and deliverables
  • Communicate project status, progress, risks, and roadblocks effectively to team members, stakeholders, and leadership
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of Agile project management practices throughout the development lifecycle
  • Perform other duties assigned to support mission-critical objectives and team priorities

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cloud / Computer / Systems Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
  • 5+ years of experience with DevOps Development and/or Administration for Enterprise-level entities
  • Proficient in containerization technologies such as Docker and Podman, and container orchestration using Kubernetes
  • Hands-on experience with provisioning, managing, and scaling cloud infrastructure on live production platforms
  • Working knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools, particularly Terraform
  • Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles and implementation of security best practices in tool and service development
  • Familiar with resource load balancing, infrastructure optimization, and securing virtual environments
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues across networking, storage, authentication, and application layers
  • Experienced with Git-based platforms for version control, collaboration, and CI/CD integration
  • Skilled in integrating automated testing (unit, integration, etc.) into CI/CD pipelines
  • Comfortable scripting or developing automation in languages such as Go, TypeScript, Python, and/or Rust
  • Proficient in Linux-based environments for development and system administration
  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is required

Nice to Have

  • Some training and/or certifications related to DevOps services and applications especially as it relates to Agile Scrum methodologies
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to address project challenges
  • Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet tight deadlines and quality objectives

Qualifications

  • Educational background in Computer Science, Cloud / Computer / Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of DevOps experience in enterprise environments

Benefits & Perks

  • Not explicitly specified in the description

Working at Axiom Space

We foster a diverse environment inclusive of all perspectives. Our principles include Leadership (Integrity First, Safety Always, Transcend, Excellence), Innovation (Create, Iterate, Disrupt, Bold), and Teamwork (Together, Unstoppable, Humility, Relentless). Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 4, 2025
Job CategoryDevOps
SalaryCompetitive salary
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceSenior

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About Axiom Space

Website

axiomspace.com

Company Size

501-1000 employees

Location

Houston, TX

Industry

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences

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