DevOps Engineer II

Spearheadtech; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a DevOps Engineer II, where you'll play a crucial role in building and maintaining scalable software solutions. This position offers the chance to work independently on complex tasks, optimize infrastructure, and mentor junior engineers. You'll be involved in enhancing CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring high availability of applications. The organization values innovation and precision, providing a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Seize the opportunity to make a significant impact in the tech industry while advancing your career in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Competitive compensation

Standard 5-day workweek

Family-friendly work arrangements

Performance Advancement and Career Enhancement (PACE) initiative

Learning & Development (L&D) program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in DevOps or related fields.
• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance CI/CD pipelines for efficient software delivery.
• Design and manage scalable infrastructure using IaC tools.

Skills

DevOps

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)

Infrastructure Engineering

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Containerization

Orchestration

Troubleshooting

Networking concepts

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI/CD

CircleCI

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

Plano, United States | Posted on 03/13/2025

• Work Experience Associate Level 2-5 years
• Job Opening ID JPC -620
• Date Opened 03/13/2025
• State/Province Texas
• City Plano
• Country United States

Job Description

About the job: DevOps Engineer II

Career Level: Associate Level

Who We Are:

This is Spearhead Technology — where every challenge is an opportunity, and every solution is a masterpiece in the making. As a full-lifecycle IT company, we transcend mere delivery; we engineer success.

From inception to implementation, our seasoned expertise shepherds every phase of the journey. Be it planning, analysis, design, development, testing, or the seamless transition to production, we stand as steadfast partners in our clients’ progress.

At Spearhead Technology, quality isn't a mere aspiration—it's our ethos. Rooted in Tech Advisory, our methodology is guided by insights that spark transformative outcomes. We recognize the paramount importance of talent retention. Through a steadfast commitment to work-life balance, competitive remuneration packages, and an optimized operational model, we ensure our team remains as exceptional as our services.

Step into Spearhead Technology, where innovation meets precision, and together, let's sculpt the future of technology with finesse and distinction.

Requirements

We are looking for a DevOps Engineer II to join our team and play a pivotal role in building, deploying, and maintaining scalable software solutions. This role requires a hands-on engineer who can work independently on complex development tasks , optimize infrastructure, and provide technical mentorship to junior engineers. You will be responsible for improving our CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring high availability of applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance CI/CD pipelines, automate workflows, and ensure efficient software delivery processes.
• Design, develop, and manage scalable infrastructure with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Apply software architecture patterns (e.g., MVC, microservices) to design scalable and modular DevOps solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues involving multiple interrelated systems and dependencies.
• Implement containerization and orchestration solutions (Docker, Kubernetes) to optimize deployments.
• Optimize cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) for performance, security, and cost efficiency.
• Monitor and analyze system performance, ensuring high availability, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with development, security, and operations teams to improve DevOps practices.
• Guide and mentor entry-level engineers and Software Development Engineers in Test (SDET).
• Own and drive initiatives that enhance engineering efficiency, automation, and self-service capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), or Infrastructure Engineering.
• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI).
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native services.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex system issues.
• Knowledge of networking concepts, load balancing, and security best practices.
• Understanding of software architecture patterns and ability to design modular, scalable systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with experience working cross-functionally.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).
• Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, ELK stack).
• Security best practices for DevOps pipelines and cloud environments.
• Experience in mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior engineers.
  

What’s in it for you:

At Spearhead Technology, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth. Here's what you can expect:

• Achieve a healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive compensation and abundant growth opportunities.
• Enjoy a standard 5-day workweek with 2 fixed weekly offs.
• Experience an employee-centric environment with supportive policies.
• Benefit from family-friendly and flexible work arrangements.
• Access our Performance Advancement and Career Enhancement (PACE) initiative and discover opportunities for both personal and professional growth. From tailored career development plans to expert counseling services, PACE empowers you to chart your course to success with confidence and clarity. Elevate your career trajectory with our Learning & Development (L&D) program. Join our team and embark on a transformative journey of upskilling and self-discovery. With continuous learning as your compass, you'll not only enhance your expertise but also open doors to new opportunities, paving the way for career growth and fulfillment.
  

Please note: At Spearhead Technology, we value the importance of collaboration, learning, and fostering connections with clients, peers, leaders, and communities. While some in-person engagement may be required for certain roles, we are committed to providing flexibility to accommodate your individual work-life balance needs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Spearhead Technology welcomes and encourages applications from all members of society. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and individuals are valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or belief, ethnicity, disability, age, citizenship, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.