Remote DevOps Infrastructure Specialist

Job Description Remote DevOps Infrastructure Specialist DevOps Infrastructure Specialist is responsible for designing and building flexible infrastructure and automation solutions that will allow our teams to work faster, more efficiently, and more productively. DevOps Infrastructure Specialist will collaborate with software developers, system operators, and other IT staff members to manage development or deployment processes productively. Responsible for multitasking and dealing with multiple urgent situations at a time, the DevOps Infrastructure Specialist must be extremely flexible. DevOps Infrastructure Specialist will support multiple projects which are targeted to move to a next generation of infrastructure, development, testing, and repository tools. DevOps Infrastructure Specialist must be highly experienced in designing and implementing these new environments:Develops and maintains account/region standards and procedures to ensure that configuration management controls are capable of supporting deployment activities and implementations to meet business needs.Interprets configuration management activities and tools as defined for the account and applies them to project activities. Works with the project manager to develop configuration management plans, milestones, and schedules for projects. Revises and assists in implementing new strategies as appropriate.Decomposes configuration items into appropriate configuration units for specific projects or tasks. Identifies problem issues and recommends solutions as appropriate.Ensures version control integrity for software and non-software components by reviewing account requirements. Establishes approach for resolving discrepancies to ensure requirements are met.Performs audits for projects or accounts according to the configuration management plans. Ensures baselines are established and approved by the appropriate control board.Develops initial technical installation guidelines and other documentation of hardware and software standards to facilitate tracking. Assists customers and support personnel in understanding product configuration.Technical expertise in Web design and development.Experience with infrastructure automation toolsFluency in web languagesStrong ability to develop Java-based web applications and microservices.Must be able to write code to automate repeatable processesDevelop scripts and automation tools used to build, integrate, and deploy software releases to various platformsProficient with continuous integration toolsWork with development teams and/or Release Manager to understand impacts of branches and code mergesContinually work towards making improvements in the release processResearch new software development and configuration management methodologies and technologies and analyzes their application to current configuration management needsInterface with various in-house teams as you create cutting edge mobile-first and SaaS-based productsDevelop infrastructure as code to support our growing PaaS, cloud-based platformMaintain hands-on technical knowledge of DevOps Cloud Computing solutions.Assists lead personnel for assigned accounts/regions.Provides leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel.Work with other development teams, using an agile project framework to provide guidance and direction to project teams ensuring compliance with the standards and best practices.Comfortable leading change and recognized as a champion for continuous improvement.Strong technical communicator, with excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.Significant experience, knowledge, and direct development experience of two or more technology stacks.Sharp, fast learner with technology curiosity and aptitude.Strong ability to develop and using original thinking to translate business goals and functions. requirements into the implementation of new ideas and design solutions.Highly technically proficient in core technologies and methodologies.Comfortable presenting to senior leadership as well as discussing technical details with engineers.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceBachelor's degree in business administration, management information systems, or related field preferredSix or more years of configuration analysis experienceExperience working with distributed computer systems, software and associated communication networksExperience working with networking principles and local area networksExperience working with company software and hardware productsPrimary Location United StatesTravel Yes, Up to 25% of the timeMust be US Citizen10 years of experience in information systems operations environment in systems analysis or developmentOther QualificationsMinimum Proficiency Requirement, 5 - 10 years of experience: Application systems analysis and development; Configuration and release management processes; Experienced deploying applications in on-prem and cloud environments; Experience developing and provisioning software products in a SaaS environmentInfrastructure/ConfigurationMust be an Experienced level Linux AdministratorMINIMUM Proficiency Requirement, Experience with as-code automation tooling: OpenShift containersAdditional Experience a plus: Jboss and WebLogicWeb Languages/PlatformsMINIMUM Proficiency Requirement, Experience with Java and AngularAdditional Experience a plus: Oracle FormsSoftware Configuration ManagementMust be an Experienced level SCM AdministratorMINIMUM Proficiency Requirement, Experience with at least ALL SCM Tool: Azure DevOps Repo, gitContinuous Integration/Delivery & ContainersMINIMUM Proficiency Requirement, Experience with CI/CD: Azure DevOps Pipeline, OpenShiftTest AutomationAdditional Experience with, Experience with Test Automation: Azure DevOps Test Plan, SeleniumGeneral Knowledge and SkillsGood skills in configuring and installing various operating systems and application softwareGood communication skills to interact with team members, customers, and support personnelGood analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve technological problemsLeadership skills to instruct and mentor less experienced personnelBasic project management skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExperience in an Agile team structureMust have 3 5 years of container experienceExtensive knowledge of software build cyclesExperience deploying codeExperience in software architectureDemonstrated ability to coach others in best practicesCollaboration across project life cyclesSkilled in interpersonal communicationOther Desired Knowledge and SkillsDatabase managementSystem designProject ManagementRisk ManagementScrum MasterWork EnvironmentMI or Remote work for the right candidateNext-Generation Infrastructure Implementation SpecialistThe specialist will focus on an initial large project and then be available to assist with other smaller projects.Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled