Software Engineer (Chef/Puppet) - Remote Work | REF#299186

BairesDev; United States; Remote; CLP 117,417,000 - 176,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work across borders

Competitive USD compensation

Home office setup provided

Flexible hours

Paid parental leaves and holidays

Multicultural global team

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Job summary

At BairesDev, we are seeking a Software Engineer specialized in Chef and Puppet to join our global remote team. You will design, implement, and maintain automated configuration management, scale infrastructure, and ensure consistent state across environments.

You will work with Ruby for scripting, contribute to CI/CD workflows, and collaborate with DevOps teams to drive reliable, scalable deployments. English proficiency required; remote role with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Infrastructure Engineering, DevOps, or Configuration Management.
• Proven expertise in managing and scaling infrastructure using Chef or Puppet.
• Proficiency in Ruby for developing automated server management scripts.
• Deep understanding of Infrastructure as Code principles and configuration management at scale.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated configuration management scripts using Chef cookbooks or Puppet manifests.
• Manage large-scale server fleets by ensuring consistent state and configuration across environments.
• Utilize Ruby and DSLs to create modular infrastructure code.
• Automate installation, configuration, and orchestration of OS and application stacks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex configuration issues within the infrastructure automation pipeline.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate configuration management into CI/CD and DevOps workflows.

Skills

Infrastructure as Code

English proficiency

CI/CD

Remote collaboration

Tools

Chef

Puppet

Ruby

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Software Engineer (Chef/Puppet) at BairesDev

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain automated configuration management scripts using Chef cookbooks or Puppet manifests.
• Manage large-scale server fleets by ensuring consistent state and configuration across all environments.
• Utilize Ruby and Domain Specific Languages (DSLs) to create modular and reusable infrastructure code.
• Automate the installation, configuration, and orchestration of operating systems and application stacks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex configuration issues within the infrastructure automation pipeline.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate configuration management into broader CI/CD and DevOps workflows.

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Infrastructure Engineering, DevOps, or Configuration Management.
• Proven expertise in managing and scaling infrastructure using Chef or Puppet.
• Proficiency in Ruby for developing automated server management cookbooks and manifests.
• Deep understanding of Infrastructure as Code principles and configuration management at scale.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!