• Support the deployment and integration of Ripjar’s Screening software. • Contribute to the development and improvement of deployment automation and tooling. • Assist with packaging and releasing platform components for SaaS and enterprise deployments. • Work with engineering teams to improve deployment reliability and operational processes. • Support environments used for development, testing, and production workloads. • Investigate and resolve issues relating to deployment, configuration, and infrastructure. • Develop scripts and tooling to automate operational and deployment tasks. • Collaborate with engineering and delivery teams to support successful customer implementations.

Role Description We seek an experienced Systems Engineer specializing in infrastructure automation to establish, expand, and mature our Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practice. The ideal candidate will demonstrate robust expertise in automating systems administration tasks across both cloud (AWS, Azure) and on-premises (VMWare) environments, proficiently managing Windows and Linux platforms. This role is pivotal in driving modernization, ensuring security compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation and innovative technology solutions. - Design, build, and maintain automated deployment and configuration management solutions (IaC, CAC, DSC) across Windows and Linux infrastructures. - Implement and optimize automation workflows using tools such as Ansible, Python, PowerShell, Chef, and Puppet. - Deploy, configure, and manage Microsoft Just Enough Administration (JEA) setups to enhance Least Privilege and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in alignment with INFOSEC best practices. - Provide robust support to internal and external stakeholders for both general system and application-specific issues. - Automate OS patching, maintenance tasks, and routine system administration activities. - Perform comprehensive evaluations, troubleshooting, and issue remediation for all server environments. - Establish and uphold server baselines and contribute to infrastructure improvement initiatives. - Participate in planning hardware, software, and infrastructure upgrades. - Mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices. - Maintain accurate asset management documentation. - Respond to and resolve critical infrastructure emergencies as part of an on-call rotation. Qualifications - 7+ years of experience leading and executing systems engineering initiatives in dynamic SaaS or hosting infrastructures, with a track record of driving automation and scalability. - Minimum of 3 years of dedicated experience developing, deploying, and documenting automation/orchestration standards utilizing Ansible, Python, PowerShell, Chef, or Puppet. - At least 3 years of hands-on administration experience with cloud infrastructure providers (AWS, Azure). - Expert-level knowledge of Windows Server (2016, 2019) and major Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu). - Demonstrable skills in troubleshooting complex Linux environments. - Familiarity with Data Center environmental, operational, and security best practices. - Strong understanding or experience with FedRAMP and DoD Information Security directives is a plus. - Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities, comfortable interacting with technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Proven problem-solving capabilities, independently managing complex technical issues and implementing solutions effectively. - Driven to innovate through automation, continuously seeking improvements to operational processes. - Availability to serve as On-Call Engineer on a rotating basis. - Exposure to Robotic Process Automation (RPA) technologies such as UI Path or Automation Anywhere is advantageous. - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience preferred. Requirements - Applicants may need to be the subject of a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, to include U.S. Citizenship. Compensation - Base Salary: $115,000 - $180,000 - Final compensation will depend on factors such as geographic location, experience, and qualifications. In-Person Interview - Our hiring process requires in-person meetings over a single trip, typically the final interviews. Travel and accommodations will be provided. Remote Work - Though predominantly remote, infrequent office visits will be required at least quarterly. All travel costs for these visits will be covered by Unison. Why Join Unison Unison has pioneered the creation of innovative software for federal agencies, program offices, and government contractors worldwide. We believe that there is power in moving in unison. As a 2025 Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work, our culture and values reflect this belief and are central to achieving our mission of powering the business of government. - Rather than chasing short-lived tech trends, Unison delivers proven software that simplifies the complexities of federal business. - Our technology combines innovative thinking with precise federal know-how, addressing critical details others overlook. - Designed with purpose and engineered to endure, our software provides consistent performance, allowing federal agencies and contractors to stay focused on their missions. Unison provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, age, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

• Developing and managing cloud-based infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP. • Creating and maintaining deployment architectures and continuous delivery pipelines. • Designing high-availability and fault-tolerant solutions for applications. • Implementing monitoring frameworks, including dashboards, alerts, and escalation processes. • Automating infrastructure provisioning and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. • Managing containerized applications and orchestrating deployments using Kubernetes. • Ensuring security best practices are applied across CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and microservices. • Optimizing system performance and scalability through observability and proactive monitoring. • Collaborating with development teams to streamline deployment workflows and improve DevOps processes. • Advising clients on best practices for cloud infrastructure, deployment automation, and system security. • Engaging in technical discussions with stakeholders and supporting project execution to ensure timely delivery. • Assisting with the analysis of client requirements. • Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery. • Collaborating with client teams.

• Provide technical and line-management leadership to your team. • Take responsibility for the successful delivery of projects. • Identify and resolve blockers before they become issues. • Ensure best practices in software development, DevOps, and agile methodologies are upheld within the team. • Work directly with clients, translating requirements into technical briefs. • Shape and define architectural decisions ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability. • Provide updates to client and Nearform leadership to ensure clear understanding of project status and drive good decision-making.