Principal DevOps Engineer

Posted:
11/8/2024, 10:08:50 AM

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
DevOps & Infrastructure ⋅ Software Engineering

Important Information

Experience: +10 years

Job Mode: Full-time

Work Mode: Work from home

 

Job Summary

The Principal DevOps Engineer will play a pivotal role in shaping our DevOps and DevSecOps strategies and practices, focusing on cloud infrastructure, CI/CD automation and self-service experience for developers. This individual will leverage deep expertise in AWS services to enhance our development operations, ensuring scalability, reliability, security, and compliance in our deployments.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure AWS cloud architectures to support our applications and services.
  • Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar technologies to automate provisioning and configuration while embedding security best practices.
  • Establish and optimize CI/CD pipelines to facilitate seamless software delivery and deployment processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define best practices for DevOps methodologies and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Monitor system performance, reliability, and security, implementing proactive measures to address potential issues.
  • Drive the adoption of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) to enhance application deployment and scalability.
  • Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and cost management to optimize resource utilization.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior DevOps engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact on our infrastructure and processes.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation related to cloud architecture, processes, and operational procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

  • 10+ years of experience in DevOps or related roles, with a focus on AWS, cloud infrastructure, and DevSecOps integration.
  • Strong expertise in AWS services (e.g., EC2, EKS, S3, RDS, VPC, Glue, SQS, Lambda, Service Catalog) and a solid understanding of cloud architecture principles.
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
  • Proven experience with DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD, configuration management, and monitoring solutions..
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Helm, Jenkins).
  • Deep understanding of networking concepts, security best practices, encryption methodologies, and compliance frameworks within cloud environments.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and influence organizational change.

About Encora 

Encora is a global company that offers Software and Digital Engineering solutions. Our practices include Cloud Services, Product Engineering & Application Modernization, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience & Design Services, DevSecOps, Cybersecurity, Quality Engineering, AI & LLM Engineering, among others. 

At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality. 

Encora Digital Inc

Website: https://encora.com/

Headquarter Location: Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 2003

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Private Equity

Industries: Big Data ⋅ Cloud Computing ⋅ Software