Aws Remote- & Homeoffice Jobs in fairfield ∙ Seite 1

Description

We are seeking a methodical and detail-oriented DevOps Engineer to help us modernize, secure, and scale our technology infrastructure with precision and purpose. In this role, you will work with experienced technical teams to implement automation, enhance system observability, and ensure high availability and reliability across our platform. 

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys analyzing complex systems, developing elegant and efficient solutions, and contributing to a well-structured and continuously improving DevOps environment. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a thoughtful, process-driven setting that values technical rigor, accuracy, and long-term stability. 

Key Responsibilities :

Maintain & Enhance Existing Infrastructure and SDLC Processes (30%)

• Collaborate closely with development teams to support the software delivery lifecycle, with a focus on consistency and deployment reliability. 
• Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI, prioritizing efficiency, traceability, and security. 
• Investigate and resolve system issues using structured troubleshooting techniques and root cause analysis. 
• Monitor infrastructure and application performance using observability tools like Splunk, Datadog, or CloudWatch, and generate reports to inform proactive improvements. 
• Apply system updates and patches as required. 

Modernize and Streamline Infrastructure (30%)

• Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles (e.g., Terraform, AWS CloudFormation). 
• Work closely with developers to enable scalable microservices architecture using containers (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes or ECS). 
• Automate recurring infrastructure tasks to reduce manual intervention and improve consistency. 

Contribute to the design and implementation of new infrastructure (20%)

• Work closely with Product and Development teams to develop new systems efficiently. 
• Champion DevOps culture and Agile principles through knowledge sharing and mentoring. 
• Ensure that new systems are implemented in a secure and maintainable manner 
• Remain current with emerging technologies in DevOps and cloud infrastructure, and evaluate tools or practices that could enhance team efficiency or system reliability. 

Maintain Security and Compliance Standards (20%)

• Implement and monitor security controls including vulnerability scanning, secrets management, IAM policies, and infrastructure hardening. 
• Utilize security monitoring systems to discover and remediate vulnerabilities (e.g. MS Defender, Splunk, Rapid 7) 
• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to support internal and external audits, providing documentation and insight into system configurations and controls. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, with a strong foundation in systems and infrastructure principles. 
• 3+ years of focused experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or cloud infrastructure engineering. 
• Deep technical expertise with modern cloud platforms, preferably AWS; familiarity with Azure or GCP is a plus. 
• Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Pulumi, or CloudFormation to define and manage reproducible infrastructure environments. 
• Practical knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration technologies, including Kubernetes or Amazon ECS, with an emphasis on reliability and scalability. 
• Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using structured tools and methods (e.g., Jenkins, Octopus) to ensure consistency in deployments. 
• Proficient in scripting or programming languages, particularly Python, Bash, or Go, to support automation and tool development. 
• Solid background in Linux system administration. 
• Familiarity with observability platforms such as ELK Stack, Splunk, Datadog, or equivalent. 
• Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards, including SOC 2, NIST, or CIS Benchmarks; experience with DevSecOps practices is valued. 
• Confident using Git and familiar with modern Git workflows (e.g., trunk-based development, GitOps) to maintain clean and auditable codebases. 
• Comfortable collaborating in distributed, remote-first teams with a focus on clear documentation, structured communication, and defined responsibilities. 

Dedicated Workspace: Must have a home office or workspace that is free of distractions and interruptions to ensure productivity and focus during work hours. 

Reliable Internet Connection: High-speed internet is required to support video conferencing, file sharing, and other work-related technology needs.

Hybrid Work Commitment: Must be able to reliably commute to the office as needed for occasional meetings and in-person collaboration. 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.    

An Equal Opportunity Employer:

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.