Core Defender

Senior Devops Engineer

Portland, OR
Contracted to Full Time
Mid Level

Core Defender is seeking a highly skilled Senior DevOps Engineer with 5+ years of experience to lead and enhance our infrastructure and deployment pipelines. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, improve system reliability, and support scalable, secure architectures. This role is open for both contracting and Full-Time. 

Location : Remote

Compensation:

C2C: $105/hr

Full time - 170K/Yr

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.
  • Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) to support scalable, secure applications.
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
  • Monitor and improve system reliability, performance, and availability using monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
  • Automate deployment, scaling, and management of application environments.
  • Implement and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Collaborate with development and security teams to ensure best practices in DevSecOps are followed.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system performance issues, network problems, and deployment errors.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in DevOps and cloud computing.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to improving team workflows and standards.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a related role.
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) with strong knowledge of services like EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI, or Azure DevOps.
  • Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi.
  • Strong skills in managing containerized applications with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, Go) for automation.
  • Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, or ELK Stack.
  • Solid understanding of networking, security protocols, and system architecture.
  • Familiarity with version control systems like Git and branching strategies.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with serverless architecture and microservices deployment.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools.
  • Knowledge of message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka) and event-driven architectures.
  • Certification in AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or equivalent.
  • Experience with Hybrid Cloud or Multi-Cloud environments.
Core Defender is a cutting-edge System Integrator and IT Security Services Provider specializing in leveraging AI-driven solutions to protect and empower businesses. Our expertise lies in integrating advanced technologies to create robust, scalable, and secure IT infrastructures tailored to modern organizational needs. By combining artificial intelligence, cybersecurity best practices, and innovative IT services, we deliver comprehensive solutions that defend critical assets, mitigate threats, and enhance operational efficiency. At Core Defender, we are committed to enabling businesses to thrive in a connected world, securely and intelligently.
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