DevOps Engineer at R-Zero

At R-Zero, we are building a workplace intelligence platform that helps organizations optimize indoor environments. Our technology provides real-time insights to boost workforce productivity, manage real estate portfolios more effectively, and drive operational efficiencies that reduce energy costs and carbon emissions. By combining our risk models with autonomous UV disinfection, we help cities, health systems, and commercial real estate leaders create healthier, more sustainable buildings. We are looking for a talented individual to join our mission as we scale our platform to meet the challenges of the future.

About the Role

We are seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to join our team on a full-time basis. In this role, you will be the primary driver behind our technical operations, responsible for designing and implementing robust CI/CD processes while maintaining the health of our production systems. You will work closely with our developers to ensure our applications are deployed smoothly and operate at peak performance. Please note that this is a hybrid position, requiring team members to meet in person at least one day per week, alternating between our offices in Menlo Park and San Francisco.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain efficient, scalable CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with our software development and quality assurance teams.
• Develop automation tools and scripts to streamline the entire software lifecycle, from build to release.
• Proactively monitor and troubleshoot production systems to ensure high availability, security, and optimal performance.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should bring a strong technical background and a collaborative mindset. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in a DevOps or similar engineering capacity.
• Proficiency in scripting languages and deep knowledge of CI/CD principles, specifically using GitHub Actions.
• Hands-on experience with configuration management tools like Ansible.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP, including provisioning and managing infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of containerization with Docker and orchestration via AWS ECS.
• Experience managing infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively within a cross-functional team.

Location

This position is based in a hybrid capacity, with the flexibility to work from anywhere provided you can attend in-person team days in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary for this position ranges from $160,000 to $210,000. Beyond the base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and long-term success:

• Equity compensation to ensure you share in our collective success.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on your first day.
• Unlimited vacation and paid time off.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity and paternity leave.
• 401(k) program with immediate eligibility.
• Life and AD+D insurance.