Senior DevOps Engineer

DigitalOcean (NYSE: DOCN) simplifies cloud computing so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. With our mission-critical infrastructure and fully managed offerings, DigitalOcean enables startups and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to rapidly deploy and scale modern applications. As a remote-first organization, our employees, like our customers, are based around the world.

At DigitalOcean, cloud computing allows us to modernize and consolidate IT infrastructure, automate workloads, and pursue next-generation innovation. To continue this transformation, we’re seeking an experienced DevOps engineer who has expertise in the strategy, design, development, and implementation of large-scale projects in the cloud. The ideal candidate will have a firm grasp of emerging technologies, platforms, applications and an ability to customize them to help our business become more secure and efficient. Extensive knowledge of cloud maintenance and advanced industry knowledge are essential to keep us on the cutting edge. The DevOps engineer will have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of IT operations and an ongoing impact on growth.

• Collaborate with development teams to integrate DevOps practices.
• Develop REST APIs using Python Flask and Ansible.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
• Implement automation for configuration management across all server components.
• Automate Linux server management using Ansible, Python, and Bash scripts.
• Ensure deployment and maintenance of networking and security protocols.
• Deploy Docker containers with Kubernetes, using Helm charts.
• Streamline deployment with Argocd for Kubernetes orchestration.
• Provision and manage infrastructure on AWS and other cloud providers.
• Write and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with DevOps focus.
• Strong knowledge in web development, backed by at least 1 year of hands-on experience.
• Deep understanding of DevOps fundamentals and rapid software delivery practices.
• Strong knowledge of encryption, hashing, and SSL/TLS protocols.
• Proficient in networking concepts and implementing robust security measures.
• Proficiency in Python, Bash, Ansible, and Linux system administration.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
• Knowledge of containerization concepts and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of  infrastructure as code technologies.
• Proficient in database management, including MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• We are proud to work here. You’ll be a part of a cutting-edge technology company with an upward trajectory, who are proud to simplify cloud computing so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. As a member of the team, you will be a Shark who thinks big, bold, and scrappy, like an owner with a bias for action and a powerful sense of responsibility for customers, products, employees, and decisions. 
• We prioritize career development. At DO, you’ll do the best work of your career. You will work with some of the smartest and most interesting people in the industry. We are a high-performance organization that will always challenge you to think big. Our organizational development team will provide you with resources to ensure you keep growing. We provide employees with reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education. All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses to support their continued growth and development.
• We care about your well-being. Regardless of your location, we will provide you with a competitive array of benefits to support your overall well-being, from one-time work from home stipend to wellness allowance to flexible time off policy, to name a few. While the philosophy around our benefits is the same worldwide, specific benefits may vary based on local regulations and preferences.
• We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is based on market data, relevant years of experience, and skills. You may qualify for a bonus in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance. We also provide equity compensation to eligible employees, including equity grants upon hire and the option to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• We value diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and recognize that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams and products to serve our customers. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

*This is a Hybrid role

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