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DevOps Engineer (USA or Canada)

155k – 175kUnited StatesRemote3+ YOE
Summary

Mid-level DevOps Engineer modernizes legacy CI/CD pipelines, implements IaC with Terraform/CloudFormation, and drives automation using Docker, Kubernetes, and scripting in Python/C#/Bash. Requires 3-5 years experience in DevOps/SRE and a bachelor's degree.

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Modernize Pipelines: Evaluate existing legacy build and deployment workflows to identify inefficiencies and replace manual gates with high-speed automation.
  • Engineer Automation: Design and implement end-to-end CI/CD pipelines that incorporate automated testing and security scanning.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Transition manual setups into reproducible code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation to ensure Clarity Over Complexity.
  • Standardize "Golden Paths": Establish consistent build artifacts and deployment patterns across environments to help developers move faster.
  • Drive Observability: Implement robust logging and alerting to ensure developers get immediate, actionable feedback on their builds.
  • Collaborate with Purpose: Partner with engineers to solve problems as they arise, balancing technical rigor with the agility needed in a high-growth environment.

Requirements

Pipeline Mastery: 3–5 years in DevOps or SRE with a proven track record of migrating or upgrading legacy pipelines.

Modern Tooling: Deep expertise in industry-standard tools like GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, AWS or Azure DevOps.

Containerization: Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes to modernize application packaging and deployment.

Automation Logic: Proficiency in C# and Python, Bash, or PowerShell to automate repetitive tasks.

The Modernizer’s Mindset: The patience to dig into older systems (XML, manual scripts) and the vision to replace them with elegant, modern alternatives.

Educational Foundation: A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or a continuous pursuit of professional evolution.

Nice-to-Haves

  • Experience in high-growth tech or private equity-backed environments.
  • A background in transitioning monolithic build systems to microservices-based.
Skills
GitLab CIGitHub ActionsJenkinsAWSAzure DevOpsDockerKubernetesTerraformCloudFormationPythonC#BashPowerShell
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