DevOps Engineer

Full Time

Washington, D.C.Posted 6 days ago

Role Overview

Citian is hiring a DevOps Engineer. This is a full-time role in Washington, D.C.. Part of Citian's Devops hiring, posted 6 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Devops roles is $134k-$180k (based on 75 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the DevOps Engineer position at Citian?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Citian. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the DevOps Engineer position at Citian located?

This position is based in Washington, D.C.. Citian has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a DevOps Engineer at Citian earn?

Citian has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the DevOps Engineer role at Citian posted?

This role was posted on July 6, 2026 (6 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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