Offer summary

Qualifications:

Strong experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration., Proficiency in Linux system administration and scripting (Bash, Python, etc.)., Hands-on experience with GitOps tools such as Flux and ArgoCD., Expertise in managing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions..

Key responsabilities:

Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software deployments.

Develop and implement GitOps workflows to standardize software delivery.

Enhance release automation and deployment strategies to improve system reliability.

Mentor junior engineers and advocate for best practices in DevSecOps and Infrastructure as Code.

Job description

Job Summary

GEICO is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to play a key role in designing and implementing the next-generation Deployment and Release Platform. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and scaling robust CD frameworks, improving deployment reliability, and enabling faster, automated and policy-driven software releases across the organization.

As a senior DevOps engineer of the team, you will collaborate with engineering teams across GEICO to ensure best practices in software deployment, release automation, and GitOps methodologies. You will also help mentor junior engineers and drive the adoption of open-source technologies to enhance developer productivity.

Position Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enable faster and more reliable software deployments.

Develop and implement GitOps workflows using Flux and ArgoCD to standardize software delivery.

Enhance release automation, deployment strategies, rollback strategies, and deployment observability to improve system reliability.

Define Service to service communication patterns, and discoverability using Istio Service Mesh

Partner with security and compliance teams to build security controls and change gates into CD workflows.

Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and provide technical guidance.

Work closely with infrastructure teams to optimize deployment environments for scalability and performance, and ease of self-service.

Advocate for best practices in DevSecOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and automation to improve developer experience.

Qualifications

Strong experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration.

Proficiency in Linux system administration and scripting (Bash, Python, etc.).

Hands-on experience with GitOps tools such as Flux and ArgoCD.

Expertise in managing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.

Deep understanding of DevSecOps, branching strategies, and code versioning best practices.

Experience with various deployment strategies: blue/green, canary, rolling and fail-safe mechanisms.

Knowledge of cloud concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancing) and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure).

Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills related to build, deployment, and performance issues.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana).

Hands-on experience using OPA (Open Policy Agent)

Exposure to security best practices in CI/CD and software release processes.

Proficient in cloud-native deployment concepts (AKS, Kubernetes, Docker, etc.).

Annual Salary

$90,000.00 - $185,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
401(k) Plan
Tuition Assistance
Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.

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