DevOps Automation Engineer

Lucid Motors; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a DevOps Automation Engineer to design, build and maintain a scalable, multi-stage CI system that supports embedded software teams and cloud initiatives across the company. You will unify our development pipeline, optimize build and test runs, automate release management, and promote replicable environments using Kubernetes, Docker and OS configuration management.

This role demands strong scripting, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a passion for accelerating

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of CI/CD tooling and automation frameworks.
• Proficient in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) and at least one modern programming language.
• Experience with version control systems and configuration management.
• Strong communication to gather requirements and train teams on workflows.
• Experience with large-scale server and cloud infrastructures and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build and maintain a scalable multi-stage CI system.
• Unify development pipeline, build process, testing, and deployment strategies across diverse teams.
• Improve automation of operational activities using OS configuration management, virtualization, and containerization (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).

Skills

CI/CD tooling

Python

Scripting

Git versioning

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

GitLab Runners

Jenkins

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms

Job description

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities. Our teamscomefrom industriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefinewhat’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

We are looking for a DevOps Automation Engineer who is an architect looking to build and maintain a scalable multi-stage CI system. If building large and building fast, working with a talented team of engineers and collaborating with the brightest minds in the Automotive industry is what you like, this is the right role for you. Architect, build and maintain a scalable multi-stage CI system. The CI system must be able to support a wide range of teams, ranging from embedded software teams to teams developing software for the cloud. Support and improve our tools for continuous integration, automated testing, automation and release management, making the entirety of software engineering as efficient and effective as possible. Define and implement appropriate automation of operational activities. Improve the replicability of build and test runs using central OS configuration management, virtualization, and containerization (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker). Contribute to building a strong team of Build Infrastructure Engineers/ Continuous Integration Engineers. Unify our development pipeline, build process, testing, and deployment strategies across diverse teams.

Requirements

1. Strong understanding of CI and experience with industry standard solutions, e.g. Gitlab Runners, Jenkins, etc., Strong programming and scripting knowledge, e.g. Python, Ruby, PowerShell, Bash.
2. Familiarity with software configuration management systems and source code version control systems.
3. Strong understanding of test processes and test strategies, including the generation of meaningful test metrics.
4. Strong communication skills to gather requirements from the development teams and to train the teams in the workflow and processes.
5. Good technical understanding of large-scale server and cloud infrastructures
6. 6+ years of professional industry experience in a software engineering and/or DevOps engineering role is required

Advantageous

1. Demonstrated track record of designing and deploying systems that work reliably. Experience developing CI systems and test automation for embedded software and hardware
2. Experience with model-based development (Matlab/Simulink) tools and workflow. Automotive experience.
3. Experience with Kubernetes and cloud

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering or another technical related field is required.

Compensation & Benefits

Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a401(k) retirementplan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

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