DevOps Engineer III

Development Engineer III – Job Description Designs, develops, launches, and supports our corporate DevOps pipeline operations. Facilitates automation of internal software deployment via Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) best practices, working directly with multiple software development groups across the company as the subject‑matter expert. Requires frequent engagement with stakeholders and senior leadership, necessitating strong communication skills and accountability. Worker Type Regular Position Responsibilities Administers and maintains Gitlab Architects and delivers DevOps pipeline operations supporting automated delivery of CI/CD pipelining for corporate‑wide software releases Creates and maintains Docker images and containers Identifies and automates manual processes Actively participates in enhancing current build infrastructure, deployment, and DevOps processes Works with tools and platforms like JIRA and Sharepoint Develops and maintains software installation tools, processes, and packages Creates and maintains DevOps processes and policies Recognizes and reuses common code base to support different programs and projects Delivers work on time according to agreed completion dates and project schedule & budget Operates in a continuous learning environment and provides guidance and mentoring to all stakeholders Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of intangibles Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Minimum 5 years of work experience managing diverse DevOps operations, and tools (e.g., GitLab, GitHub), including branching, tagging, merging and release management oversight Minimum of 1 year of experience with containerization (Docker or ECS), orchestration, service discovery on Windows and Linux hosts Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Advanced degree is preferred Exhibits effective interpersonal, listening and communication skills (written and verbal) Communicates ideas in both technical and user‑friendly language Successfully works within a multi‑project environment and supports multiple internal customers Works in a team‑oriented, collaborative environment and puts the success of the team above one’s own interests Applies principles of logic to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve performance of self, others, and the company Experience with one or more major cloud platform providers (e.g., Azure, AWS) Demonstrated success with application delivery in mid‑size (2000+ staff) corporations Strong scripting skills Physical Demands Ability to work in an office environment (constant) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent) Special Requirements U.S. Citizenship required Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. ITAR Requirement This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). To comply, applicants will be asked to provide documentation verifying U.S. person status under the ITAR and/or the EAR, which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and protected individuals such as refugees or asylees. 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us. EEO Statement We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr