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Sr. DevOps Engineer (AWS)

3 days ago Reston, VA

At Fannie Mae, the inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing industry while being part of a collaborative team thriving in an energizing environment. Here, you will grow your career and help create access to affordable housing finance.

Job Description

As a valued colleague on our team, you will design, develop, test, and/or maintain moderately complex hardware, technology, and/or processes.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE

The Sr. DevOps Engineer (AWS) role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications and systems utilizing AWS services and systems with a strong focus on on-premises infrastructure.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
  • Implement and manage AWS infrastructure using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.
  • Develop, test, and deploy applications on both OnPrem and AWS, ensuring performance, security, and scalability.
  • Develop and setup CI/CD pipelines to automate build and deployment of applications across all environments
  • Build tools to reduce occurrence of errors and improve customer experience
  • Perform root cause analysis of production errors and resolve technical issues
  • Design procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • Monitor system performance and identify areas for optimization and cost efficiency.
  • Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to define and implement solutions.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and software development.

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THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Minimum Required Experiences:

  • 2 years
  • Experience with Angular core concepts, modules, components, directives, and services.
  • Experience with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
  • Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns
  • Proficiency with Git and GitHub workflows
  • Expertise developing applications in Java, Python with Maven or any other build tool
  • Experience with AWS Services
  • Working knowledge of databases specifically Oracle and SQL
  • Experience with Linux/Unix Operating systems including scripting languages (Shell, Perl, Python)
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code, using CloudFormation, Terraform or similar tools

Desired Experiences:

  • Bachelor of science degree (or equivalent) in computer science, engineering, or relevant field
  • 5-8 years experience
  • Experience with design and automating cloud-native CI / CD workflows and tools, using Jenkin, Gitlab or similar tools
  • Problem-solving attitude
  • Collaborative team spirit
  • Experience in developing / engineering applications for a large company

Target Pay Range: $121,000.00 - $158,000.00 a year

Internal Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure - Engineering - Senior Associate

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Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor's Level Degree (Required)

The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at Fanniemae.com/careers.

For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.

Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form.

The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.

Requisition compensation:
121000
to
158000

Client-provided location(s): Reston, VA
Job ID: Fannie-JR310
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-07-23T12:39:16

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • FSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Adoption Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • Happy Hours
      • On-Site Cafeteria
      • Holiday Events
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Leave of Absence
      • Volunteer Time Off
      • Summer Fridays
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Financial Counseling
      • Relocation Assistance
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Promote From Within
      • Internship Program
      • Leadership Training Program
      • Associate or Rotational Training Program
      • Shadowing Opportunities
      • Access to Online Courses
      • Lunch and Learns
    • Diversity and Inclusion