OVERVIEW
We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled SME Computer & Information Systems Manager (CI/CD SME) to join our innovative development team. In this role in support of IRS, Washington, DC, you will manage and lead the design, development, and deployment of complex software solutions that drive our core products and services. Your expertise will help shape scalable, reliable, and high-performance applications across various platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions that meet business needs and exceed user expectations. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional eager to make a significant impact through advanced management and software engineering practices.

On-site role with remote work permitted upon IRS approval. On-site IRS meetings required.

Start Date: February 2026 / Salary Range: $130,000–$180,000 per year

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

This is a senior-impact IT management role supporting one of the most critical modernization efforts in the Federal Government: the IRS’s transformation of taxpayer-facing systems. The IRS relies on secure, fast, and reliable build and deployment pipelines to support national-scale tax processing systems. As the CI/CD SME, you ensure the systems that millions of Americans rely on can be updated quickly, safely, and without disruption. You will keep complex modernization efforts on track—coordinating engineering teams, ensuring quality, and enabling smooth Filing Season and legislative-driven releases. You will build and improve enterprise services that keep Filing Season running smoothly, support new tax legislation, and modernize legacy systems that millions of Americans depend on every day. Your leadership has a direct impact on national-scale reliability, performance, and secure data processing.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Core Management

Lead CI/CD improvements across multiple IRS applications.
Guide teams on secure, reliable build and deployment practices.
Integrate automated testing, scanning, and validation steps.

Modernization & CI/CD Integration

Troubleshoot pipeline failures and optimize reliability.
Support DevSecOps adoption and modernization initiatives.
Oversee readiness for deployments tied to Filing Season and legislative releases.
Collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, architects, and cybersecurity teams.

Governance, Production Stability & Filing Season Readiness

Maintain clear documentation for pipeline processes and release steps.
Help introduce new tooling, automation strategies, and best practices.
Drive continuous improvement in build, test, and release workflows.
Support production readiness reviews and release planning.
Help teams prepare for Filing Season and high-traffic periods.
Resolve cross-team issues and keep work moving efficiently.

Collaboration & Leadership

Mentor mid-level developers and enforce engineering best practices.
Work closely with IRS architects, PMs, DBAs, and cybersecurity teams.
Contribute to modernization of legacy IRS applications into API-driven services.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Must-Have Experience

10+ years DevSecOps, CI/CD, or build engineering experience.
Strong understanding of modern CI/CD tools and practices.
Comfort navigating CI/CD pipelines and secure deployment processes.
Strong skills managing complex technical projects.
Experience working with cross-functional technical teams.
Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to manage risks, schedules, issues, and deliverables.
Experience managing production team in highly regulated environments.
Ability to obtain IRS HSPD-12 suitability.

Nice to Have

IRS or Treasury system experience.
Experience with Federal agencies or highly regulated environments.
Experience with performance tuning and reliability engineering.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, cloud, or DevSecOps workflows.
Familiarity with Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.
Experience running automated scans (static, dynamic, dependency).
Experience managing high-volume or mission-critical applications.

ABOUT THE IRS PROGRAM

This long-term, well-funded federal program focuses on modernizing critical IRS applications to support rapid legislative updates, improve API performance, strengthen reliability for Filing Season, and gradually transition legacy systems to secure, scalable architectures.

You will lead a high-performing engineering team, working directly with senior technical leaders to deliver systems that affect millions of Americans. The work is impactful, stable, and long-term.

HOW TO STAND OUT

Experience modernizing build and release systems at scale.
Demonstrated success leading development of large-scale enterprise systems.
Proven ability to stabilize and improve complex pipelines.
Strong technical instincts.
Strong experience managing modernization or enterprise technical programs.
Proven ability to keep complex technical teams aligned and productive.
Ability to simplify complex topics for executives and stakeholders.
Strong communication skills and ability to influence technical direction.
Clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Join us as a SME Computer & Information Systems Manager (CI/CD SME) if you're passionate about leading, managing and creating impactful technology solutions! Bring your experience and expertise in leading talented developers, architects, and testers to help us build the future of digital innovation while enjoying a collaborative environment that values your growth!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Military leave
Paid holidays
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Partner benefits
Prescription drug insurance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

This position is for a Federal Government contract with IRS in Washington, DC. This position requires U.S. Citizenship. Are you a U.S. Citizen?

Experience:

Software development: 10 years (Required)
Database : 3 years (Required)
CI/CD: 5 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Washington, DC 20224 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Washington, DC 20224: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person

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