Software Engineer - DevOps & Engineering Platforms

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Job Overview

The Software Engineer - DevOps & Engineering Platforms at Pumpkin will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining reliable and scalable systems that enhance our engineering workflows. This position requires a keen focus on automation, CI/CD processes, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth deployments and high system stability. The successful candidate will leverage their technical expertise to drive platform improvements while also contributing to both the development and operational aspects of our software systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software deployment and improve delivery efficiency.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements.
• Collaborate with software development teams to integrate DevOps practices throughout the software lifecycle.
• Maintain infrastructure as code and ensure consistent environment configurations across different stages of development.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to systems architecture, processes, and operational workflows.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of production issues, working alongside engineering and operations teams.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in DevOps and software engineering to continually enhance our practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in a software engineering or DevOps role.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Ruby.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of network and security best practices in cloud environments.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and logging solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges and operations.

Technologies & Tools

In this position, the Software Engineer will work extensively with a wide array of technologies and tools including cloud services such as AWS and Azure, container orchestration using Kubernetes, configuration management with Terraform, and CI/CD tools like Jenkins and GitLab CI. The role also involves utilizing monitoring and log management tools such as Datadog, Prometheus, and ELK stack solutions to maintain operational excellence.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for this role will possess a strong technical background combined with excellent interpersonal skills. They should be self-motivated, and detail-oriented and demonstrate a passion for continuous learning and improvement in both technology and processes. Candidates who can effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders are highly valued. An innovative mindset and the ability to adapt to changing priorities will also contribute to success in this position at Pumpkin.