Engineer II - IaaS (Containers, OS and Language Runtimes)

Posted:
9/26/2024, 12:16:11 PM

Location(s):
Maryland, United States ⋅ Chevy Chase, Maryland, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
DevOps & Infrastructure ⋅ Software Engineering

Position Description 

Our Engineer II works with our Principal Engineers and Sr. Engineers to innovate and build new systems, improve, and enhance existing systems as well as identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems. You will help in the delivery of high-quality products, unlocking new engineering capabilities. Additionally, you will maintain GEICO's operating systems, contribute to the upstream Linux community, and optimize runtimes for Java, GoLang, Node.js, Python, and .NET environments. 

 

Position Responsibilities 

As an Engineer II, you will: 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security, availability, and performance of containerized applications. 

  • Contribute to the development of best practices and standards in container runtime technology. 

  • Play a hands-on role in the deployment, scaling, and lifecycle management of containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and related orchestration platforms. 

  • Collaborate effectively with other technical professionals and teams to ensure seamless integration of container runtimes with the overall technology stack. 

  • Implement and enforce security measures for container runtimes to protect against vulnerabilities and threats. 

  • Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure the reliability and efficiency of container runtime solutions. 

 

Qualifications 

  • Experience with continuous delivery and infrastructure as code. 

  • Proven experience in designing, deploying, and optimizing container runtimes. 

  • Strong expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, and related container orchestration platforms. 

  • In-depth knowledge of operating systems, especially Linux. 

  • Experience in managing end-to-end container image lifecycles. 

  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment. 

  • Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication) 

  • Fluency in DevOps Concepts, Cloud Architecture, and Azure DevOps Operational Framework 

  • Fluency and specialization with at least one modern language such as Go, or Rust 

  • Demonstrated ability to design and implement resilient, scalable, and efficient solutions. 

  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks and vulnerabilities 

  • Excellent communication skills, able to communicate complete technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

 

Experience 

  • 2+ years of experience of developing and running container orchestration platforms for large enterprises at scale. 

  • 2+ years of experience with architecture, and design 

  • 2+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service 

  • 1+ years of experience with open-source frameworks is desired 

 

Education 

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience


 

Annual Salary

$80,000.00 - $160,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.


 

GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.


 

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

  • Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
  • Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location.  Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.