Software Configuration Management (SCM) Specialist

Job#: 3039396 Job Description: Software Configuration Management (SCM) Specialist Location: Dallas, TX (On-site) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Software Configuration Management professional to join a Code Management team. The right candidate for this role will execute strategic projects, optimize CI/CD workflows, and drive infrastructure modernization. This position will play a critical part in maturing the automation ecosystem, including Gitlab, Ansible Automation Platform, and Terraform Enterprise, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure pipelines. Key Responsibilities • Execute strategic projects, optimize CI/CD workflows, and drive infrastructure modernization. • Partner with application teams to onboard them onto Gitlab workflows and best practices. • Develop and maintain clear runbooks, wiki pages, and pipeline templates. • Implement policies and guardrails to ensure code quality, compliance, and security posture. • Troubleshoot and resolve CI/CD or migration-related incidents in a timely manner. • Automate operational tasks and incident remediation. • Configure and manage Gitlab Runners, Groups, Projects, and Permissions at scale. • Available for 24/7 on-call support. Required Qualifications • 5+ years of Software Configuration Management experience in multiple tools, including Gitlab. • Experience with Terraform and Ansible. • Understanding and working knowledge of containerization on Kubernetes/Open Shift. • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and IBM Cloud. • Strong communication skills and a track record of cross-team collaboration. • Working knowledge of different SDLC Methodologies. • Understanding of various branching strategies including Gitflow and Gitlab Flow. Preferred Qualifications • Jfrog Administration Experience. • A BS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience with good scripting/programming skills. • GitLab Certified Administrator. • Recent experience administering GitLab Self-Managed. • Prior software experience with build management, configuration management, and/or quality testing. • Experience with SCM practices including Agile, continuous integration (CI), and continuous deployment (CD). Work Environment The team is fast-paced, energetic, motivated, and hardworking. Candidates are expected to integrate into a results-driven and solution-oriented culture. The team attains high-quality results on challenging projects, believing that outcomes are linked to one's effort rather than chance and personally sets challenging yet realistic goals. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. 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Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. 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