DevOps Engineer II

Summary

Join Pax8 as a DevOps Engineer II and contribute to the reliability and security of our cloud-based technology marketplace. You will manage and maintain services, support CI/CD processes, and establish operational monitoring. This role involves mentoring junior team members, participating in on-call rotations, and tackling technical debt. The ideal candidate possesses 4-7 years of experience in application development, proficiency in various programming languages and AWS services, and expertise in Agile methodologies. Pax8 offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. We embrace hybrid and remote work.

Requirements

• At least four (4) to seven (7) years of experience supporting application development, preferably microservices and a Java based web platform
• Programming/scripting languages: Python, Bash, AWS CLI, Java, Golang and JavaScript
• Experience implementing new projects using AWS services such as such as EKS, MSK, ElastiCache, Elasticsearch and RDS
• Proficiency with Kubernetes, HELM and Docker
• Proficiency writing IaC and Configuration management using Terraform, Ansible and Git
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Jenkins
• Experience with networking principles and technologies such as AWS networking tools such as ALB’s, Security groups, VPC networking and basic containerized networking principles
• Proficiency with Prometheus and Grafana
• B.A./B.S. in related field or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

• Support the availability of all developed and managed services
• Support Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) of Pax8 services including disaster recovery and continuity
• Manage and maintain the security and access controls for supported services
• Establish operational monitoring and performance metrics for managed and AWS resources
• Mentor junior level DevOps team members and Development Engineers
• Participate in on-call rotations

Preferred Qualifications

• Database and replications skills including PSQL and NoSQL preferred
• Expert in Agile methodologies using tools such as Jira, Wrike, Lean Kit, Rally or similar
• Strong written and verbal skills that allow you to represent DevOps and support the community
• Strong desire for automation
• Ability to take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others across multiple teams to meet shared objectives
• Ability to step up to address difficult situations, saying what needs to be said
• Ability to gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Ability to adapt and adopt innovations in business-building digital and technology applications

Benefits

• Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible, Open Vacation
• Paid Sick Time Off
• Extended Leave for Life events
• RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
• Career Development Programs
• Stock Option Eligibility
• Employee-led Resource Groups