DevOps Engineer
Remote
Full Time
#Cloud
#Product
#CI CD
#Jenkins
#Docker
#Kubernetes
#Terraform
#Ansible
#Linux
#AWS
#Python
#Git
We are searching for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join our Private Cloud Software Engineering Automation Software Operations team at Rackspace Technology. In this role, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of cutting-edge applications that provide innovative solutions for our customers. You will focus on building robust, scalable, and cloud-native systems while ensuring our deployment processes remain efficient and reliable. This is a full-time, remote position that offers the opportunity to work independently on complex challenges and act as a subject matter expert within our organization.
Key outcomes
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain system performance to ensure high availability for our customers.
- Improve our build, packaging, and deployment processes through continuous optimization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our infrastructure and customer applications function in harmony.
- Analyze system logs and metrics to proactively identify issues and enhance overall reliability.
- Document operational configurations and best practices to drive efficiency across the team.
- Mentor colleagues and provide guidance on DevOps activities to foster a culture of technical excellence.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies or tools to improve our operational stack.
Requirements
- Five to seven years of professional experience as a DevOps Engineer.
- A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, though relevant experience may be considered as a substitute.
- Strong proficiency in CI/CD practices and automation tools.
- Hands-on experience with containerization technologies, specifically Docker and Kubernetes.
- Expertise in configuration management using tools like Ansible.
- Proven ability to work with Terraform for infrastructure as code.
- Solid experience managing Linux environments and working with cloud platforms such as AWS.
- Proficiency in scripting languages like Python for automation tasks.
- Strong command of Git for version control.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to maintain clear operational documentation.
Preferred qualifications
- Practical knowledge of Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
- Experience setting up and managing monitoring solutions such as Prometheus and Grafana.
- Familiarity with Windows infrastructure and database administration.
- Understanding of networking fundamentals, including firewalls and load balancers.
Compensation
This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere.
How to apply
If you are a motivated engineer looking to solve complex problems in a dynamic, global environment, we invite you to submit your application. We look forward to reviewing your experience and discussing how you can contribute to our team.
