Software Engineer, Observability (Contract)

MCS Group - USA | Your Specialist Recruitment Firm; New York (NY); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sports industry is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Observability on a contract basis. The role involves designing and maintaining monitoring infrastructure, enhancing performance tracking tools, and collaborating with engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have scripting experience and familiarity with observability tools like Grafana and Prometheus. This opportunity offers remote work within EST hours, catering to U.S. citizens or Green Card holders.

Qualifications

• Experience with observability tools like Grafana, Prometheus, and Datadog.
• Solid understanding of testing methodologies, including test automation and TDD.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain observability and monitoring infrastructure.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to introduce new observability features.
• Drive improvements in system performance and incident response.

Skills

Scripting

Test Automation

Adaptability

Tools

Grafana

Prometheus

Datadog

Job description

Software Engineer, Observability (Contract)

Direct message the job poster from MCS Group - USA | Your Specialist Recruitment Firm

Senior Recruitment Consultant (Software) - USA at MCS Group | 617 861 4588

Software Engineer: Observability (Contract)
Remote (EST hours) | U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders only | No C2C

About the Company
Join a globally recognized leader in the sports industry that's redefining how technology powers performance, fan engagement, and data-driven decision-making. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and building world-class systems to support high-impact experiences.

The Opportunity
I am working with a company seeking a Software Engineer - Observability to join their team on a contract basis. This role is crucial to maintaining system health, reliability, and performance. You'll work hands-on with observability infrastructure, monitoring tools, and automation, enabling teams across the organization to ship faster and more confidently.

What You'll Do

1. Design, build, and maintain observability and monitoring infrastructure
2. Develop and enhance tools that support performance tracking, alerting, and system visibility
3. Collaborate with engineering teams to introduce new observability features
4. Write and execute both manual and automated test scripts to ensure system reliability
5. Drive improvements in system performance and incident response

What They are Looking For

1. Scripting experience for automation and operational efficiency
2. Solid understanding of testing methodologies, including test automation and TDD
3. Hands-on experience with observability tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog, etc.
4. Adaptable, fast learner with a passion for new technologies and continuous improvement

Interview Process

1. 30-minute introductory call
2. Technical coding assessment

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date Resume via the provided link or contact Paula McCalmont, Senior Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries: Spectator Sports and Sports Teams and Clubs

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