DevOps Engineer, Sr.

About The Company

Caris Life Sciences is a pioneering leader in molecular science and artificial intelligence, dedicated to transforming cancer care through precision medicine. Established with a mission to provide personalized answers as unique as each patient's DNA, the company leverages cutting-edge molecular science, AI, and innovative technologies to deliver impactful healthcare solutions. Caris's commitment extends beyond oncology, as it continually pushes the frontiers of medicine, leading a revolution driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose. The organization prides itself on its state-of-the-art laboratories, advanced tissue analysis technologies, and a culture of excellence aimed at improving the human condition across multiple diseases. As a company that values quality, innovation, and impact, Caris offers a dynamic environment for professionals passionate about making a meaningful difference in healthcare.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Staff Cloud DevOps Engineer specializing in AWS and Kubernetes to join our team remotely in the US. This full-time position plays a critical role in architecting, implementing, and optimizing scalable, secure cloud-native infrastructure to support Caris's mission of advancing precision medicine. The ideal candidate will lead strategic initiatives, drive technical transformations, and serve as a subject matter expert in cloud migrations, security implementations, and DevOps best practices. You will develop long-term technical roadmaps, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate closely with executive leadership to align technology solutions with organizational goals. This role requires a proactive leader who champions operational excellence, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 9+ years of experience in DevOps or Site Reliability Engineering roles
• 7+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud architecture
• 7+ years of experience with Kubernetes, including cluster management, troubleshooting, and optimization
• Expert proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go)
• Extensive experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or AWS CDK
• Deep understanding of containerization technologies and orchestration platforms
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade CI/CD pipelines, preferably with GitLab CI
• Expertise in complex AWS networking and hybrid/multi-cloud environments (preferred)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Experience leading proof-of-concept initiatives and evaluating new technologies
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the implementation of large-scale Kubernetes environments on AWS EKS, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security standards
• Design and deploy advanced features such as multi-cluster management, service mesh architectures, and custom controllers
• Drive proof-of-concept initiatives for emerging cloud-native technologies, assessing their impact on the organization
• Establish and maintain enterprise-wide standards for Kubernetes cluster lifecycle management, security policies, and performance optimization
• Provide expert consultation to cross-functional teams on cloud-native application design, microservices architecture, and container orchestration strategies
• Develop comprehensive observability solutions integrating metrics, logs, and traces, and establish organization-wide standards
• Lead the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices and oversee CI/CD pipelines using tools like ArgoCD, Helm, and Kustomize
• Implement and enforce cloud security strategies, including zero-trust architectures, compliance checks, and security-as-code practices
• Collaborate with stakeholders on large-scale cloud migration and application modernization projects
• Identify opportunities for process automation and continuous improvement within cloud operations and DevOps practices
• Lead incident response efforts and participate in on-call rotations to ensure cloud infrastructure reliability and resilience

Benefits

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and dependent care expenses
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match and financial planning tools
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance, along with voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
• Pet Insurance and Legal Assistance services
• Tuition Assistance for continued education and professional development