Senior DevOps Engineer

CrossFit is seeking a skilled and visionary Senior DevOps Engineer to bolster our team in a fully remote capacity. The chosen candidate will be instrumental in harnessing cutting-edge technology to architect, develop, and operationalize our next-generation product platform. This role demands a proactive approach to enhancing efficiency, reliability, security, and scalability within our infrastructure, aligning closely with application developers to automate and refine every phase of the DevOps cycle—from code development, through build and test, to deployment, and ongoing monitoring. Your contributions will be pivotal in driving the sustained efficiency and productivity that underpin product enhancements and innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

●      Assist in the development of a state-of-the-art product platform, focusing on the use of Python, containers, and Terraform to build a scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure.

●      Implement and refine CI/CD pipelines, emphasizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices, to ensure seamless and reliable application development and deployment processes.

●      Facilitate the adoption of containerization and orchestration technologies to facilitate a consistent, secure, and scalable environment across all stages of the application lifecycle.

●      Leverage Terraform and similar tools for IaC to automate the provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure, ensuring consistency and efficiency across various environments.

●      Drive the integration of advanced cybersecurity measures into all aspects of the infrastructure and application development process, adhering to secure-by-default and secure-by-design principles.

●      Collaborate with application developers and other stakeholders to automate and optimize workflows, from development to deployment, ensuring high availability, reliability, and performance of applications.

●      Keep abreast of the latest DevOps trends and technologies, incorporating best practices and innovative solutions to continually enhance the company's development and operational capabilities.

●      Build and maintain strategic partnerships with vendors and open-source communities to support the organization's technology stack and innovation efforts.

●      Advocate for the adoption of new technologies, presenting clear value propositions and business cases to support strategic decision-making.

CORE EXPERIENCE:

●      Deep knowledge and practical application of secure-by-default and secure-by-design principles in cloud environments, specifically within AWS.

●      Expertise in implementing application security and compliance throughout the SDLC.

●      Advanced proficiency with Terraform for IaC transformations and extensive experience with AWS services and infrastructure automation.

●      Solid understanding of microservices architecture, containerization, and application development practices.

●      Demonstrated experience with Linux system and network administration, alongside configuration management tools such as Ansible.

●      In-depth knowledge of Python and bash for automation, scripting, and development purposes.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS::

●      Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical designs and decisions.

●      A collaborative spirit with a strong inclination towards working closely with technical and product teams.

●      A high degree of responsibility and reliability, with a track record of meeting deadlines and delivering on commitments.

●      An agile mindset, comfortable with supporting frequent and incremental testing and deployment practices.

●      A genuine passion for CrossFit and its mission, coupled with an eagerness for continuous learning and improvement in the field of DevOps.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

●      A Bachelor’s degree in a related field coupled with over 5 years of relevant technical experience in architecture, cybersecurity, building infrastructure in support of SaaS application development, and operations.

●      AWS DevOps Certification is highly desirable.

●      A broad exposure to a variety of open-source technologies and tools.

●      A proven track record of maintaining and enhancing infrastructure stability while integrating new features and technologies.

WHAT WE OFFER:

●      Rich Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

●      Discretionary Paid Time Off – empowering you to unplug whenever and however you need to

●      Flexible spending account and 401(k) with employer matching - vested on day one

●      CrossFit Gym Membership Reimbursement

●      CrossFit Courses Benefit

●      Partnership Perks

CrossFit is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, past or present military service, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.