Senior Engineer - IaaS (Containers, OS and Language Runtimes) REMOTE

GEICO; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer to innovate and enhance systems while optimizing runtimes for various programming environments. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security and performance of containerized applications, contribute to best practices in container technology, and manage the lifecycle of container images. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, leveraging your expertise in cloud architecture and container orchestration. Join a company that values innovation and provides a comprehensive benefits package to support your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick and Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Training and Licensures

Qualifications

• 4+ years in developing container orchestration platforms for large enterprises.
• Strong expertise in Docker and Kubernetes with a focus on security.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on security and performance of containerized applications.
• Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.

Skills

Docker

Kubernetes

Java

GoLang

Node.js

Python

DevOps Concepts

Cloud Architecture

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Position Description

Our Senior Engineer works with our Staff Engineers and Sr. Engineers to innovate and build new systems, improve, and enhance existing systems as well as identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems. You will help in the delivery of high-quality products, unlocking new engineering capabilities. Additionally, you will maintain GEICO's operating systems, contribute to the upstream Linux community, and optimize runtimes for Java, GoLang, Node.js, Python, and .NET environments.

Position Responsibilities

As a Senior Engineer, you will:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security, availability, and performance of containerized applications.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and standards in container runtime technology.
• Play a hands-on role in the deployment, scaling, and lifecycle management of containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and related orchestration platforms.
• Collaborate effectively with other technical professionals and teams to ensure seamless integration of container runtimes with the overall technology stack.
• Implement and enforce security measures for container runtimes to protect against vulnerabilities and threats.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure the reliability and efficiency of container runtime solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience with continuous delivery and infrastructure as code.
• Proven experience in designing, deploying, and optimizing container runtimes.
• Strong expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, and related container orchestration platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems, especially Linux.
• Experience in managing end-to-end container image lifecycles.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
• Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication).
• Fluency in DevOps Concepts, Cloud Architecture, and Azure DevOps Operational Framework.
• Fluency and specialization with at least one modern language such as Go or Rust.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement resilient, scalable, and efficient solutions.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks and vulnerabilities.
• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate complete technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience

• 4+ years of experience of developing and running container orchestration platforms for large enterprises at scale.
• 3+ years of experience with architecture and design.
• 3+ years of experience with open-source frameworks is desired.
• 2+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience.

Annual Salary

$90,000.00 - $215,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.