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Citian is a fast growing, venture backed SaaS technology company based in Washington, DC. Our software solutions revolutionize how our transportation and infrastructure systems – roads, rail, transit, bicycle, pedestrian – operate.
Our tech solutions:
- Reduce traffic fatalities
- Enhance pedestrian accessibility
- Empower system operators to save time & money
You'll work with some of the brightest minds in the software and transportation industries. Our engineers and data scientists apply the latest in emerging tech, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning to build smarter, more advanced tools for our diverse client base. We work with clients across the United States, with global ambitions in the years ahead.
Who You Are:
As a DevOps Engineer at Citian, you will be responsible for supporting the development and deployment of cloud-based infrastructure and accompanying documentation. As a self-starter, you are not afraid to take ownership of projects and can handle the challenges that come with a rapidly evolving startup. You are resourceful, innovative, and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and drive efficiency. Your strong communication and collaboration skills enable you to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Expected Duties:
- Design, develop, and maintain a DevOps environment to support the automation and deployment of mission-critical applications.
- Implement infrastructure and automate application development and deployment processes.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for efficient and automated delivery of applications.
- Automate and enhance workflows around build, test, and deployment of applications.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of software/application development experience.
- Experience with DevOps/Site Reliability/Infrastructure Automation (Terraform)
- Knowledge of AWS services and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.
- Experience in CI/CD toolsets (e.g. Jenkins, GitLab, etc.).
- Experience with Containerization (Docker) and Containerization Orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Understanding of Python/SQL code and ability to retrieve and store data safely through a back end
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of creating and maintaining RESTful APIs, with proficiency in tools such as Postman for testing and debugging these interfaces.
- Experience with cloud services, specifically AWS, and the ability to leverage its features for scalable back-end solutions is highly desired. (S3, Lambda Functions)
Your Citian Advantage:
- Competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance and generous PTO.
- 401(k) company match and monthly commuter transportation benefit
- On-site gym and free snacks in the office
- High-growth potential and opportunities for advancement within a fast growing, venture-backed SaaS startup!
Let's build smarter cities together! Learn more about Citian here: www.citian.co
** Citian is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
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- Guidehouse6

- Humana2

- Aveshka2

- IT Labs2I
- Kroll2

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Aerospace & Defense4
- Technology & Software3
- Insurance2
- Law & Legal Services2
Principal Devops Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How many principal devops engineer jobs are there in Washington?
There are 52+ principal devops engineer openings in Washington, District of Columbia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as Washington employers hire.
Which companies hire principal devops engineers in Washington?
Washington principal devops engineer roles are posted by Guidehouse, Humana, and Aveshka and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote principal devops engineer jobs in Washington?
Yes. About 38% of principal devops engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around Washington.
Which industries hire the most principal devops engineers in Washington?
Washington principal devops engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Aerospace & Defense, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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