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 work on concurrent projects, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting the availability of our services. Responsibilities include managing security controls, interpreting observability data, and participating in on-call rotations. This role requires significant experience with AWS services, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of microservices architecture and a passion for automation. Pax8 offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program, including health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• At least four (4) to seven (7) years of experience supporting application development, preferably microservices and a Java based web platform
• Healthy attitude and prioritizes positive interactions that motivate and inspire creativity
• Competently manages two projects concurrently and proactively seeks guidance when facing challenges
• Programming/scripting languages: Python, Bash, AWS CLI, Java, Golang and JavaScript
• AI assisted software development experience is essential to this role
• Participate in team planning activities, forecast project deadlines, completes projects based on agreed commitments
• Based on observations and discussions with the team or leadership, a DevOps II must be able to finalize project details and create actionable project plans
• Has a deep understanding of at least two (or more) critical AWS services
• Effectively engages with engineers through comprehensive cloud systems knowledge
• Understands “why” systems are implemented and can adjust the “how” to achieve an ideal state
• Capable of implementing and supporting new technologies using AWS services such as EKS, MSK, OpenSearch, RDS, GitHub Actions, and ArgoCD
• Proficiency with Kubernetes, HELM and Docker
• Proficiency writing IaC and Configuration management using Terraform, and Git
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and ArgoCD
• Proficiency with networking principles and technologies such as AWS networking tools,ALB’s, Security groups, VPC networking and basic containerized networking principles
• Proficiency with logging, tracing and observability frameworks, such as OTEL, Sumologic, Honeycomb
• Expert in Agile methodologies using tools such as Jira
• 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
• B.A./B.S. in related field or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

• Concurrent project work with a keen eye on proactive planning and development of technical approaches for Microservice Architecture working directly with, and guiding, Development teams to optimize a consistent and secure SDLC (40%)
• Mentor junior level DevOps teammates and collaborate with Senior teammates to bring solutions to the table and curate project plans (15%)
• Support the availability of all developed and managed services, Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) of Pax8 services including disaster recovery and continuity (15%)
• Manage and maintain the security and access controls for supported services (10%)
• Implements, deciphers, translates observability data into actionable information (10%)
• Participate in on-call and support rotation (10%)

Preferred Qualifications

Database and replications skills including PSQL and NoSQL preferred

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