Jobs · Minnesota

Senior DevOps Engineer

Optum · Eden Prairie, MN · 6 days ago
$92k–$164k/yrFull-time

About the role

The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure, with a primary focus on Azure and Kubernetes environments. You will develop and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform, ensuring scalable, reliable, and secure deployments across our cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform
  • Establish and maintain comprehensive observability solutions using tools like Datadog, including the automated deployment of monitors, dashboards, and alerting systems through Terraform
  • Work closely with development and security teams to ensure all applications and infrastructure adhere to organizational security standards and compliance requirements
  • Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement
  • Monitor cloud infrastructure costs, identify optimization opportunities, and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining system performance and reliability

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
  • 4+ years of experience in DevOps or infrastructure engineering roles, with strong expertise in Terraform and infrastructure as code practices
  • 3+ years of experience with Azure/ AWS/ GCP cloud services, particularly Kubernetes Service (AKS), virtual networking and container orchestration

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience implementing and managing observability platforms such as Datadog, Prometheus, or similar tools, including creating automated monitoring solutions and dashboards
  • Strong understanding of security best practices, compliance frameworks (such as SOC 2, HIPAA, or ISO 27001), and cloud security controls are essential
  • Experience with cost optimization strategies in cloud environments and familiarity with FinOps principles is highly valued
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams
  • Relevant certifications such as Terraform Associate, Azure Solutions Architect, or CKA/CKAD

Skills

  • Terraform
  • Azure
  • Kubernetes
  • CI/CD pipeline development
  • Observability platforms (Datadog)
  • Security best practices
  • Cost optimization strategies

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (subject to eligibility requirements).

Pay

$91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment.

Schedule

Flexible telecommuting option from anywhere within the U.S.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution

Contact

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected.

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