ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc

Sr Engineer, Cloud Operations

Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or relevant experience.
  • 5+ years of development experience with a strong programming background.
  • 2+ years of experience working on cloud platforms such as GCP, Azure, or AWS.
  • Solid understanding of cloud architecture and development patterns.
  • Experience with various development languages including Bash, SQL, Python, and more.
  • Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration with non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and optimize GCP workloads including GKE and Compute Engine.
  • Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and deployments.
  • Implement automation using shell scripting and Python for operational efficiency.
  • Support monitoring and observability for enterprise systems.
  • Lead incident response efforts including triage and remediation.
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote best DevOps practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including offshore members, on cloud operations.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options available.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage offered.
  • Opportunities for paid time off.
  • Eligible for training and conference attendance with minimal travel required.
Full Job Description
THE IMPACT YOU CAN MAKE:

We are seeking a Senior CloudOps Engineer with deep expertise in Cloud Operations, DevOps practices, and CI/CD tooling. This role focuses on ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of Ulta Beauty's cloud-native platforms, primarily on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate is highly skilled in Kubernetes, Kubectl, YAML, Shell Scripting, gcloud CLI, and modern DevOps toolchains. You will partner with engineering, architecture, and operations teams to drive automation, improve deployment pipelines, and maintain a resilient cloud ecosystem.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

  • Cloud Operations: Manage, monitor, and optimize GCP workloads including GKE, Compute Engine, Cloud SQL, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, and related services. Operate, troubleshoot, and optimize Kubernetes clusters using kubectl, YAML manifests, Helm, and related tooling. Perform upgrades, scaling, cluster maintenance, and workload optimization.
  • DevOps & CI/CD Engineering: Build, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines supporting automated builds, tests, and deployments. Partner with development teams to ensure smooth, reliable, and secure delivery workflows. Implement automation for infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and operational tasks.
  • Automation & Scripting: Develop automation using shell scripting, Python, and gcloud CLI. Create reusable scripts, templates, and operational tooling to improve efficiency.
  • Monitoring, Observability & Incident Response: Support enterprise observability platforms (logging, metrics, tracing, alerting). Lead incident triage, root cause analysis, and long-term remediation efforts.
  • Collaboration & Leadership: Work closely with cross-functional and offshore teams to guide execution of cloud operations tasks. Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in DevOps and cloud operations.
  • Research: Within given research goals, assists in selection and review of credible and reliable resources to gain an up-to-date knowledge of any relevant field. Documents work carried out and may contribute sections of material of publication quality.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support CICD and development tools and pipelines.
  • Supports Monitoring and Observability tooling across the Enterprise.
  • Guide other team members on related best practices.
  • Monitor system and application health.
  • Work with offshore team members to guide and lead them to execute complex projects.
ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, a related field, or applicable work experience.
  • 5+ years development experience with solid programming abilities including unit testing, debugging and code profiling.
  • Solid understanding of cloud architectures and associated design and development patterns
  • 2+ years of experience in development on cloud platforms such as GCP, Azure or AWS
  • Experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
  • Experience with both Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Experience with development languages including Bash, SQL, Java, Perl, Groovy, Python or equivalents.
  • Experience with Google Cloud Platform products such as Kubernetes and Istio.
  • Experience with source control repositories like Git/Bitbucket
  • Experience with Docker, Jira, Jenkins, or Mongo DB is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills; feels comfortable working with non-technical business partners.
  • Strong analysis/troubleshooting skills.
  • Must be creative, organized, detail oriented, and able to assimilate information quickly.
  • Flexibility of providing support during odd hours, weekends, and peak seasons.
  • Minimal travel required (training/conferences)

The pay range for this position is $106,000.00 - $140,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company's bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

About ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc

ULTA Beauty is the beauty retailer in the United States and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin, hair care products and salon services. Since opening its first store 25 years ago, ULTA Beauty has grown to become the top national retailer providing All Things Beauty, All in One Place™. The Company offers more than 20,000 products from over 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including ULTA Beauty's own private label. ULTA Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring hair, skin and brow services. ULTA Beauty is recognized for its commitment to personalized service, fun and inviting stores and its industry-leading Ultamate Rewards loyalty program.

ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. Careers

Join the vibrant team at ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc., a leader in the beauty industry, where innovation meets diversity and professional growth. As a company renowned for its inclusive culture and commitment to employee development, there has never been a better time to explore job opportunities with us. Work You’ll Do At ULTA, we empower our team to bring beauty to life, providing unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment. Whether you are looking for a position in our retail stores, at our corporate headquarters, or within our distribution network, ULTA offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized. Join our team and contribute to an industry-leading company known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and diversity. ULTA is not just about beauty products; it's about elevating the beauty in everyone. Our team’s diversity is our strength, and we continuously strive to foster an inclusive environment through comprehensive diversity training programs. Internship and Employment Opportunities Start your career journey with an internship at ULTA, where you can gain hands-on experience in a thriving retail environment. Our internships provide a robust foundation in the beauty industry, offering insights into various aspects of business operations, from marketing to supply chain management. For those seeking full-time roles, ULTA is hiring across a range of departments. We look for passionate, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore open positions that match your skills and interests on our Careers page. Benefits and Culture At ULTA, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, employee discounts, and more. Our company culture champions personal and professional growth, encouraging every team member to reach their full potential. Through leadership training and continuous learning opportunities, we prepare our employees to lead and innovate in the beauty industry. Networking and Professional Development Stay connected and advance your career through ULTA’s networking events, where you can meet industry leaders and like-minded professionals. Enhance your resume and interview skills through our career development workshops and receive personalized advice from our experienced hiring managers. Future-Proof Your Career With ULTA, the trajectory of your career is boundless. Embrace the opportunity to grow with a company that is as committed to your professional journey as it is to leadership in the beauty industry. Explore Discover how ULTA is transforming the beauty landscape and leading the way in retail innovation. Read more about our latest projects and the impact they have on our customers and industry. Join Our Team Search for job opportunities that align with your career aspirations. We are excited to see how your vision and expertise can contribute to our ongoing success. Stay Up to Date Keep ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, leadership, and beauty move forward together.
Learn more about ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc
Size
16,500 employees
Market Cap
$23.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$175.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+12.2%
Revenue
$6.1 billion
NASDAQ

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