DevOps Engineer - Architecture (100% Remote)

ClearCaptions, LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. is a forward-thinking company seeking a DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain a scalable cloud environment in AWS, emphasizing security and cost efficiency. You will build robust IaC, automate pipelines, and manage containerized workloads.

Collaboration with development, QA and operations is essential to ensure reliability, performance, and scalability. This remote role requires strong scripting, monitoring, and on-call readiness across time zones.

Qualifications

• Four+ years in a DevOps or similar role focusing on cloud infrastructure, automation, and managing complex environments.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Bash or similar.
• Experience with Bitbucket or similar CI/CD tools and processes.
• Experience with Terraform or other IaC tooling and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Working knowledge of relational (RDS) and NoSQL (MongoDB/Couchbase) databases.
• Familiarity with VoIP infrastructure (Asterisk, Kamailio, RTPEngine) and SIP.
• Understanding of monitoring/observability tools like Datadog and ELK.
• Security best practices including vulnerability management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and maintains AWS cloud infrastructure with focus on networking, security, and cost efficiency.
• Builds and maintains CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery and deployment.
• Develops IaC using Terraform/Ansible to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Manages containerized applications with Docker and supports Kubernetes deployments.
• Oversees and optimizes RDS and MongoDB/Couchbase databases for performance.
• Supports telephony infra using Asterisk, Kamailio, RTPEngine.
• Implements messaging/streaming with Kafka and monitors with Datadog/ELK.
• Maintains alerting workflows with OpsGenie and Slack, participates in on-call rotations.

Skills

Python scripting

Bash scripting

CI/CD

Cloud infrastructure

Security best practices

On-call support

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

High School diploma

Tools

Bitbucket

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

RDS

MongoDB

Couchbase

Kafka

Datadog

ELK

Asterisk

Kamailio

RTPEngine

Job description

Summary

The DevOps Engineer is critical to designing, implementing, and maintaining a scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud environment- primarily within AWS. The role will be responsible for managing infrastructure as code, developing robust CI/CD pipelines, supporting containerized and microservices-based architectures, and driving automation across deployment workflows. The role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including development, QA, and operations, to ensure system reliability, performance, and scalability. Additional responsibilities include support for VoIP/telephony infrastructure, real-time messaging systems, and active participation in on-call rotations.

What This Role Does:

• Designs, implements, and maintains cloud infrastructure on AWS, focusing on networking, security, and cost efficiency.
• Builds and manages CI/CD pipelines using Bitbucket to automate software delivery and deployment processes.
• Develops infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Ansible to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Manages containerized applications using Docker and supports Kubernetes-based deployments for microservices-based architectures.
• Oversees the management and optimization of both relational (RDS) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Couchbase) databases for efficient data storage and retrieval.
• Supports telephony infrastructure using tools like Asterisk, Kamailio, and RTPEngine.
• Implements and maintains messaging and streaming platforms like Apache Kafka for real-time data processing and integration.
• Enhances monitoring and alerting capabilities using tools such as Datadog, Netscout, and ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).
• Establishes and maintains alerting workflows through OpsGenie, integrating with Slack to streamline communication and accelerate response times for incident management and resolution.
• Collaborates closely with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline deployments and ensure smooth system operation. Shares knowledge and works cross-functionally to achieve shared goals.
• Diagnoses issues and identifies root causes, ensuring optimized system performance.
• Participates in an on-call rotation to provide support for critical systems and infrastructure, ensuring timely response and resolution of incidents.
• Demonstrates willingness to shift working hours as needed to support global teams or handle time-sensitive escalations.
• Creates and maintains documentation for infrastructure, processes, and procedures to support knowledge sharing and onboarding.
• Contributes knowledge and mentorship within the team to foster a culture of learning and growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree in a related IT discipline is preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant industry experience will be considered.
• A minimum of four (4) years of experience in a DevOps or similar role, with a focus on cloud infrastructure, automation, and managing complex environments.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages like Python, Bash, or similar.
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Chef or Ansible.
• Understanding of CI/CD tools and processes, with hands-on experience in Bitbucket (or similar).
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform.
• Familiarity with managing containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proficient in managing and optimizing databases, both relational (RDS) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Couchbase).
• Understanding of telephony/VoIP infrastructure using tools like Asterisk, Kamailio, and RTPEngine.
• Knowledge of Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) and related VoIP technologies.
• Experience with monitoring and observability platforms such as Datadog, Netscout, and ELK.
• Knowledge of messaging and streaming platforms like Apache Kafka.
• Knowledge of security best practices, including vulnerability management, static code analysis, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong attention to detail and on-time completion of deliverables.
• Professionalism in dealing with all levels of management and staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and time management skills, self-directed, and able to handle multiple priorities with demanding timeframes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to foster a high-quality, team-oriented environment that drives results.
• Demonstrated ability to use discretion, make sound decisions, and maintain confidentiality
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and modern communication tools for virtual teams (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Slack).

Preferred:

• Experience with SIP protocols
• Experience maintaining a high availability telecommunications infrastructure
• Experience with VOIP environments (such as Asterisk, Kamailio, RTPEngine and Cisco)
• Experience administering NoSQL databases with Couchbase or MongoDB. Experience in designing, developing, tuning, optimizing, deploying, and updating NoSQL instances and Couchbase or MongoDB dataset.

Physical Demands:

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with documented disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship. Employees seeking accommodation should contact the People Department to initiate the interactive process.

Employees may experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:

• Sitting, standing, and walking (70%)
• Keyboarding (70%)
• Viewing computer monitor, tablet, and cell phone requiring close vision (70%)

Work Environment:

100% Remote: Work environment is at home.