8 days ago
Washington, DC, USAMid Level
Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, operate, and optimize large-scale distributed systems across compute, storage, networking, and AI/ML environments.
- Operate Kubernetes clusters, Istio service mesh, and Linux-based systems.
- Automate workflows using Go, Python, and Shell scripting.
- Build monitoring and observability solutions with Prometheus, Grafana, and Loki.
- Troubleshoot networking, storage, and system performance issues.
- Partner with AI/ML teams on infrastructure readiness for model training and data pipelines.
- Participate in on-call rotations and postmortem reviews to improve system resilience.
Requirements
- Experience with Google Cloud and Terraform.
- Strong knowledge of microservices, containers including Kubernetes and Docker, and networking.
- Hands-on experience with PKI, service mesh, and Linux systems administration.
- A focus on automation, scalability, and reliability consistent with an SRE mindset.
- Experience with Golang is an asset.
- Applicants must possess TS/SCI with DoW and TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph security clearance and fulfill background-check requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package.
- Training allowance, professional development days, training opportunities, and certification support.
- Work-from-home equipment including a laptop with a choice of operating system.
- Annual budget for personalizing the work environment.
- Annual wellness budget usable for gym memberships, massages, fitness, and similar activities.
- Paid vacation and sick days, plus a day off to volunteer for a favorite charity.
Categories
Site Reliability
About Pythian
Pythian is an Ottawa-based IT services firm providing data, analytics, AI, and cloud consulting plus 24/7 managed database and infrastructure operations for mid-market and enterprise clients. Founded in 1997 and privately held, it is part of Mill Point Capital’s portfolio; its engineers support Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, NoSQL, and DevOps across multi-cloud and on-premises environments. Its business model combines project-based consulting, implementations, and recurring managed services.