Job Description
Are you a seasoned DevOps professional looking for a direct hire opportunity? Apex Innovations is seeking a talented Senior DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team in Sacramento, CA. We are committed to innovation, scalability, and excellence, and we are looking for someone who can drive our infrastructure to the next level.
In this role, you will collaborate with software developers, QA engineers, and operations staff to define and develop deployment automation strategies. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) match, and flexible remote work options.
Responsibilities
- Architect and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions to accelerate software delivery.
- Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure on AWS and Azure, ensuring cost-efficiency and high availability.
- Implement containerization strategies using Docker and orchestrate workloads with Kubernetes.
- Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using Terraform and Ansible.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement proactive security measures.
- Collaborate with development teams to define best practices for code quality and deployment processes.
- Automate manual processes to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, SRE, or Systems Engineering.
- Strong proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Go.
- Deep understanding of Linux system administration and networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP).
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, or Datadog.
- Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in an Agile/Scrum environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).