Associate DevOps Engineer

About Exostar

Exostar’s cloud-based platforms foster secure collaboration across Aerospace & Defense, Life Sciences, and other highly regulated industries. We help our customers build trust and accelerate operations through robust identity, access management, and data insights. Our solutions empower enterprises to make timely, informed decisions in a secure and compliant manner.

Job Overview

We are looking for a motivated Associate Software Engineer to join our DevOps team in Cincinnati. In this hands-on role, you’ll help build and support automation tools and CI/CD pipelines, working alongside experienced engineers and using cutting-edge tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to accelerate development. You’ll also contribute to software that improves how we build, test, and deploy applications in the cloud.

Key Responsibilities

Your day if you join us:

• Develop and enhance full stack applications that support automation, deployment, and internal developer tooling.
• Build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or similar tools to streamline software delivery.
• Write scripts and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform, PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate cloud provisioning and operational tasks.
• Collaborate with peers onsite in real-time to debug issues, design solutions, and deliver working software in a fast-paced environment.
• Learn new technologies on the fly and adapt quickly to project needs, using Generative AI tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to accelerate development.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and agile ceremonies, contributing actively to team deliverables.
• Support the monitoring and observability of automation solutions, ensuring performance, traceability, and availability.
• Help document processes, tools, and learnings to improve team productivity and onboarding for future engineers.
• Take ownership of tasks and demonstrate a bias for action, even when working in unfamiliar areas.

Required Qualifications

You meet our “must haves” for this role if you have:

• 1–3 years of experience in software development, DevOps, or related technical roles, including internships or personal projects.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Python, JavaScript, Java, or .NET.
• Hands-on experience using Generative AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Codex) to write, refactor, or troubleshoot code.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI, and a basic understanding of modern software delivery pipelines.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure preferred; AWS or Google Cloud acceptable) through academic, project, or hands-on experience.
• Comfort with scripting and automation in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Understanding Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles; experience with tools like Terraform is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of containers and development in Linux-based environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proven ability to learn new technologies independently as needed.
• Willingness to work onsite in a collaborative environment, engaging directly with peers to deliver working solutions quickly.
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business or other related field

Preferred Qualifications

You are exactly who we are looking for if you:

• Experience building or contributing to internal tools, automation frameworks, or developer platforms.
• Familiarity with container orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes) and related concepts like Helm or service meshes.
• Exposure to monitoring and observability tools such as Dynatrace, Prometheus, Grafana, or similar.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and working in compliance-driven environments (e.g., FedRAMP, ITAR, NIST).

• Demonstrated ability to prototype quickly and iterate using AI-assisted coding workflows.
• Coursework or certification in cloud architecture, DevOps, or cybersecurity.
• Contributions to open-source projects or strong personal coding portfolio showcasing full stack or DevOps-related work.
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business or other related field

Why Join Exostar?

At Exostar, you’ll step into a global DevOps organization that plays a critical role in delivering secure, cloud-native solutions for industries that matter—Aerospace & Defense, Life Sciences, and other high-stakes sectors. This is more than a job; it’s a launchpad for engineers who want to:

• Join a global team delivering automation and developer tooling across North America, Europe, and India.
• Work in a high-impact, hands-on environment where your ideas and code will influence how our software is built and deployed.
• Collaborate daily with engineers, architects, and SREs to modernize CI/CD pipelines and internal platforms.
• Leverage cutting-edge AI tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to accelerate your work and expand your technical capabilities.
• Gain exposure to real-world cloud operations, security practices, and compliance frameworks early in your career.
• Work onsite in Cincinnati with peers and technical leaders who value speed, initiative, and practical innovation.

If you're a builder who thrives on learning by doing, this is your opportunity to be part of a mission-driven company pushing the boundaries of modern DevOps.

Exostar’s cloud-based platforms create exclusive communities within the Aerospace and Defense, Life Sciences, and other highly regulated industries where members securely collaborate, share information, and operate compliantly. Within these communities we build trust. By analyzing community data, we provide insights and intelligence, enabling organizations to make better, timelier decisions, to mitigate risk, and operate more efficiently.

• We believe in employee development: we promote internally and provide training and educational assistance
• We provide a fun, engaged workplace, with social and community-building events
• We offer comprehensive benefits and flexible time off plans

Exostar is an Equal Opportunity Employment Employer.  The company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability status or genetic information.  Exostar is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons in all facets of employment including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, benefits, transfers and working conditions.