DevOps Engineer

Maple West Solutions; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Maple West Solutions, a Midwest-based technology firm in Chicago, IL, seeks a DevOps Engineer to automate infrastructure, manage CI/CD pipelines, and ensure system reliability. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic office environment designed to foster innovation and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in CS or related field and 3+ years of hands-on DevOps experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Jenkins, plus scripting skills.

Formación

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines to streamline software delivery and deployment processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate infrastructure provisioning and management using IaC.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and reliability.
• Implement and maintain security best practices and compliance standards.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in the DevOps space.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.
• Work closely with developers to ensure seamless integration of new features and updates.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and capacity planning to optimize resources.

Responsabilidades

• Design and manage CI/CD pipelines to optimize build, test, and deployment processes.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using IaC tools.
• Monitor systems, diagnose issues, and ensure high availability of services.
• Implement security best practices and compliance across platforms.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate new features smoothly and efficiently.

Conocimientos

CI/CD

Automation

Cloud technologies

Scripting

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Herramientas

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

Azure DevOps

Ansible

Puppet

Chef

Descripción del empleo

Maple West Solutions, a Midwest-based technology firm, seeks a DevOps Engineer in Chicago, IL. This full-time position offers negotiable compensation and the opportunity to work with advanced technologies.

As a DevOps Engineer, you will automate infrastructure, manage CI/CD pipelines, and ensure system reliability. You'll also monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement security best practices.

You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic workplace, where the office is located in Chicago, IL, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This environment encourages teamwork and open communication, allowing you to work alongside professionals from various departments to achieve common goals. The office is designed to inspire creativity and productivity, with modern amenities and a welcoming atmosphere. You'll have the opportunity to participate in regular team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative projects, all aimed at driving the company forward. The culture of continuous improvement means that you'll have the chance to contribute to and benefit from ongoing processes that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

The salary is negotiable, reflecting the candidate's skills and experience, with additional benefits including comprehensive health insurance, a retirement plan with employer matching contributions, and opportunities for professional development, such as workshops, courses, and certifications, to help employees grow and advance in their careers.

To be eligible for this position, you should possess a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with a minimum of three years of hands-on experience in DevOps. Your expertise should include proficiency in essential tools such as Docker for containerization, Kubernetes for orchestration, and Jenkins for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. This combination of educational background and practical experience will enable you to effectively manage and optimize infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure seamless software deployment.

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines to streamline software delivery and deployment processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate infrastructure provisioning and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and reliability of our services.
• Implement and maintain security best practices and compliance standards.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in the DevOps space, and drive innovation within the team.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.
• Work closely with developers to ensure seamless integration of new features and updates.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and capacity planning to optimize system resources.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in DevOps, with a strong background in cloud technologies and automation tools.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Understanding of CI/CD concepts and experience with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.