DevOps IV Engineer

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Encova Insurance has an immediate opening for a DevOps IV Engineer. This role will have the option to be remote but should reside within a two hour drive to our corporate office in Columbus, Ohio for in-person work as needed.

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Encova is only able to employ associates who reside and work within specific U.S. states. Our current policies are based on the laws in states in which we are registered for payroll. Our current footprint includes:

Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Resolve complex issues across the DevOps and Release Management stack, providing strategic guidance and mentorship to teams, ensuring swift recovery and minimizing downtime.
• Design and Implement Cloud Infrastructure Solutions * Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and costeffective cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Champion the adoption of containerization solutions using tools like Docker and Kubernetes for application scalability and portability.
• Develop and deploy infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or AWS CDK.
• Guide teams across the enterprise in developing and applying best practices for deploying infrastructure using infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and efficient resource management.
• Automate Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Pipelines
• Architect and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines for seamless application deployment across environments.
• Integrate GitLab, Nexus, Jenkins, Wiz or similar tools for automation of the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Optimize pipeline performance and reduce manual interventions to achieve faster and more reliable releases.
• Performance Monitoring and Optimization * Implement cloud monitoring and alerting solutions using AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and third-party monitoring tools.
• Analyze system performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize resource allocation for cost and efficiency.
• Guide teams in applying best practices for performance tuning in cloud environments

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Provide thought leadership in DevOps practices, driving innovation through proof-of-concept initiatives, and mentoring cross-functional teams to ensure the adoption of best practices, fostering continuous improvement.
• Spearhead proof-of-concept initiatives, exploring and validating new technologies and methodologies to drive operational efficiency and innovation.
• Mentor other DevOps engineers, providing guidance on technical best practices and fostering continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine development processes, incorporating feedback and insights to drive continuous improvement
• Assist in defining long-term strategic roadmap for DevOps initiatives and lead the development of innovative solutions that align with organizational goals.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Provide afterhours support as scheduled and/or as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• College degree required, preferred bachelor's degree with a major in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems.
• 7+ years of Information Technology experience, including DevOps or Release Management experience; or combination of education, knowledge and experience.
• Expertise in source code branching strategies, continuous integration, software development lifecycles, and release management best practices. Expertise in languages like Groovy, Python, Bash, PowerShell, and TypeScript.
• Deep expertise in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS), containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform), and process automation.
• Proven ability to design and implement robust CI/CD pipelines and scalable containerized applications.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills, with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Logical thinking in making decisions, completing work tasks, and solving problems.
• Able to translate low level engineering concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Excellent customer service skills, including active listening, conflict resolution, decision-making, and negotiation.
• Quick to adapt and eager to learn.

This position has been evaluated in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.Encova Insurance makes every effort to reasonably accommodate disabilities to permit performance of the essential functions and candidates who need such accommodation are encouraged to seek it.This description reflects the nature and level of work performed by associates in this position.It is not an all-inclusive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.It provides an accurate overview of the work and skills needed to perform this position.Because job content may change from time to time, Encova Insurance reserves the right to add and/or delete functions from this job as it deems necessary for business reasons.

Ready to join our team?
At Encova Insurance, we firmly believe that our associates drive our company's success by delivering unrivaled service to our customers. With success in mind, we make an ongoing effort to provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities.

Join us to discover a work experience where your diverse ideas will be met with enthusiasm - where you can learn and grow to your fullest potential.

What you can expect from us
Join our family of industry leaders, and let us reward you with a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package that includes but is not limited to: a 401(k), wellness programs, bonus incentive plans and flexible schedules, with an early close of the office every Friday. Additionally, Encova aspires to be an outstanding corporate citizen in all the markets we serve; we encourage and support associate participation in community initiatives through our foundations.

Encova Insurance is an EOE/E-Verify employer.