About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated DevOps Engineer to join our team and play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our cloud-based production environment. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the security, stability, and performance of our infrastructure, while also contributing to the continuous improvement of our deployment processes. This position is responsible for automating and optimizing our infrastructure and deployment processes to ensure high availability and performance of our applications. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices in continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD). By leveraging cloud technologies and containerization, the DevOps Engineer will enhance our operational efficiency and reduce time-to-market for new features. Ultimately, this role is vital in ensuring that our systems are robust, scalable, and secure, aligning with the strategic goals of the organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Cloud Infrastructure Management: Manage, monitor, and optimize our cloud infrastructure (Google Cloud Platform preferred). This includes capacity planning, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
2. CI/CD Pipeline Management: Develop, maintain, and improve our CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and reliable deployments. This includes automation of build, test, and deployment processes.
3. Security & Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain robust security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry best practices and relevant regulations. Conduct security audits and support technical audits related to infrastructure security and compliance.
4. Incident Response: Participate in incident response procedures, working to quickly resolve issues and minimize downtime. Develop and implement proactive incident prevention strategies.
5. Key & Backup Management: Implement and maintain secure key rotation policies. Develop and test comprehensive backup and recovery plans for databases and other critical systems. Implement and maintain robust version control strategies (Git).
6. Automation: Develop and maintain automation scripts (e.g., using Shell scripting, Python) to streamline operational tasks and improve efficiency.
7. Collaboration: Work closely with development and other engineering teams outsourced to ensure smooth and efficient software deployments.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in a DevOps engineering role, showcasing expertise in the areas of cloud infrastructure management, CI/CD pipeline development, and automation.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams is essential.
• Fully Bilingual (English & Spanish)
• Strong familiarity with CI/CD best practices and automation tools.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or a similar cloud provider.
• Proficiency in Git, Shell scripting, and Python for automation.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and database administration.
• Knowledge of the TypeScript/Node.js ecosystem.
• Understanding of cloud security, compliance frameworks, and technical audits.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in production environments.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform.
• Familiarity with SOC 2, ISO 27001, or similar security standards.
• Familiarity with Docker is a plus

Benefits:

Our commitment extends far beyond a competitive salary with a rich benefits package that includes full health insurance coverage, so you can focus on your health without undue financial worry; a generous 401(k) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match of up to 6% of your eligible compensation, ensuring a secure financial future; and generous paid time off, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. We're also dedicated to supporting your professional development by covering the costs of training, certifications, and other professional development opportunities. We further support your well-being with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee discount program. Finally, we value clients referrals, and offer incentives for anyone who introduces us.