Remote Devops Engineer Senior

Summary

Join Sagent as a Senior DevOps Engineer and lead the implementation and management of DevOps practices, focusing on Azure and Google Cloud Platform environments. You will leverage your expertise in software development, infrastructure engineering, and automation (Kubernetes and Terraform) to ensure seamless integration of development and operations. This dynamic role offers opportunities to drive efficiency, reliability, and innovation within our technology department. You will oversee projects, mentor teams, and optimize processes through automation and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses a relevant degree or extensive experience, along with proven expertise in managing Kubernetes clusters, cloud monitoring, and automation scripting. Sagent offers a comprehensive benefits package, including remote/hybrid work options and various other perks.

Requirements

• Completion of a four-year college degree in a relevant discipline or 7+ years of experience in a related field, OR completion of an advanced degree (Masters or higher) in an applicable and relevant field, plus 3 years of related experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge to achieve goals through your own work, with specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education and experience
• Experience providing guidance to others as a project manager or lead using technical expertise
• Proficiency in managing technology and software development projects in accordance with infrastructure engineering principles
• Strong ability to empower development teams through the introduction, development, and maintenance of efficient tools and processes
• Experience ensuring continuous, high-velocity delivery and automated deployment through software provisioning, configuration management, source code management, and/or team collaboration applications
• Proficiency in developing automation scripts and procedures in procedural language or other scripting language
• Demonstrated experience managing Kubernetes clusters and workloads in Azure or GCP environments
• Demonstrated experience with cloud monitoring platforms, particularly Dynatrace

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment and management of DevOps practices across Azure and GCP, utilizing Kubernetes for orchestration to ensure robust, scalable service deployment
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to automate the provisioning of cloud infrastructure in a consistent and secure manner
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, develop technical specifications, and implement solutions that enhance security, streamline workflows, and provide clear visibility into our systems
• Oversee technology and software development projects, ensuring they align with DevOps principles and infrastructure engineering practices
• Provide guidance and mentorship to project teams, leveraging your expertise in Azure, GCP, and Kubernetes to foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation
• Develop and maintain tools and processes to automate repetitive tasks, focusing on continuous integration and deployment pipelines to facilitate high-velocity delivery and reduce manual interventions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using automation and DevOps best practices to enhance system resilience and operational productivity
• Ensure the continuous delivery and deployment of software applications by implementing advanced CI/CD practices integrated with Azure and GCP
• Work closely with development teams to optimize the release process, ensuring deployments are fast and error-free through automated pipelines
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, with a particular focus on enhancements in cloud platforms and Kubernetes
• Adopt and advocate for advanced monitoring solutions like Dynatrace to monitor applications and infrastructure effectively, ensuring high availability and performance

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform
• Proficient in managing and operating Kubernetes within cloud environments
• Advanced skills in infrastructure automation using Terraform
• Strong scripting capabilities in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Demonstrated expertise in implementing cloud-based monitoring solutions, with a preference for experience with Dynatrace

Benefits

• Remote/Hybrid workplace options
• Health Benefits
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• Family Planning Services
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Family Leave
• 401(k) Matching
• Pet Insurance
• LinkedIn Learning
• Virtual Social Experiences
• Career Pathing
• Focus Time Fridays