Cloud DevOps Site Reliability Engineer

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Base Salary: $140k - $186k
Position Description:
We are seeking a skilled Cloud / DevOps Engineer with a focus on building highly scalable operational systems from scratch as part of a cross-functional, product-oriented team consisting of both development & operations staff. This role offers an exciting opportunity for those who are passionate about the DevOps principles of collaboration, automation, continuous improvement, customer-centric action, and creating with the end state in mind.
Specifically, your role will involve the development, commissioning, monitoring, patching, migrating, and decommissioning of servers, containers, microservices, and databases using a highly-automated, declarative code-first approach using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and custom scripting where needed.
As an operations-oriented member of our team, you will be participating in on-call rotations, which involve being available during off-hours to handle highly exceptional cases where there is a loss of availability or a security incident.
We are committed to the growth and development of our team through focused education, cross-functional experiences, and mentorship. We are particularly interested in candidates who are committed to a long-term career with us and are excited to be part of our thriving, collaborative, and forward-thinking team.
Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain, and manage multiple development, testing, and production environments, ensuring seamless integration and smooth deployment.
Create automation scripts and utilize automated tools for efficient patching and migration of databases and servers in production environments
Be available for scheduled on-call rotations, which involve being available during off-hours to handle highly exceptional cases where there is a loss of availability, security incident, or other critical incident.
Contribute to the design and operation of highly reliable and scalable backend systems, leveraging cloud services or containerized microservices as needed.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for deployment and operational procedures, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.
Continuously strive to improve the reliability and performance of systems through ongoing experimentation and iteration.
Mentor junior team members.
Perform other responsibilities as needed from time to time due to the nature of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. being a startup.
Company Description:
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., a newly formed yet robustly capitalized startup, is dedicated to transforming the financial sponsor sector through cutting-edge data science and AI solutions. Our primary mission is to redefine how financial sponsors source investments and execute strategies, ultimately maximizing successful exits. We aim to realize this vision through an industry-aligned operating model and an integrative approach that optimally blends business domain knowledge, technology, and quantitative techniques.
Our core offerings include: (i) business intelligence applications, (ii) enterprise solutions that provide data science and operations research-driven insights to business users, and (iii) data science consulting. With our well-established clientele and strategic product development partners, we have created a comprehensive feedback ecosystem. This ecosystem includes financial sponsor investment specialists and portfolio company C-suite executives, all working together to refine our industry-specific solutions.
Engineering Division Flexible Work Policy:
At **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., we offer an expansive career development platform through cross-learning within our multidisciplinary structure. We nurture an inclusive, collaborative, and collegial environment. Our competitive compensation package aligns with industry leaders, encompassing 401k contribution matching, medical insurance, and additional benefits.
At **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., we believe that you should be empowered to choose the work environment that best suits your needs, fostering harmony in work, personal, and family life. A flexible workspace allows you to focus, work, and flow without interruption. Simultaneously, we recognize that in-person interactions often lead to the most effective brainstorming, planning, and team-building experiences.
For candidates living in the Chicago metropolitan area: we only expect your presence in the office for work and team-building activities that are most productive in person, based on business or team needs. We do not impose specific days for in-office attendance.
For candidates living outside the Chicago metropolitan area or its suburbs: we understand that distance may make occasional in-person collaboration challenging. Instead, well ask that you travel to our headquarters for important events, such as brainstorming and planning sessions or team-building events. If we open an office near you in future, the same flexible work policy would apply as for our Chicago candidates now.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any legally protected characteristic not otherwise covered here. We encourage all to apply.
Requirements
Need-to-Haves:
Be located in the United States.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, or a related field.
4 years of experience, or Master's Degree and 2 years of experience, as a Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Cloud Engineer, or similar position
In-depth knowledge of Linux systems administration and troubleshooting
Experience with cloud infrastructure & services (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform
Experience with configuration as code tools such as Ansible
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
Be available for scheduled on-call rotations.
Be available for occasional meetings in late evening or early morning to collaborate with staff in remote time zones.
Nice-to-Haves:
Programming experience in Python.
Experience with SQL & noSQL database administration & migration.
Experience with OLAP databases, such as BigQuery, Redshift, or Snowflake
Experience with Google Cloud specifically.
Experience in cybersecurity & security engineering.
Experience in networking.
Relevant certifications in relevant operational technologies.
Willing to relocate to Chicago.
Benefits
Competitive Total Compensation
- We constantly benchmark our pay scales against the market to maintain competitiveness.
Restricted Stock Awards
- We offer restricted stock awards to select positions to ensure our teams long term commitment and hard work are rewarded by sharing our collective success.
Visa Sponsorship
- We offer visa sponsorship for eligible employees.
401k Plan with Employer Contributions
- We help secure your future with 100% matching of 401k contributions up to 6% of your annual base salary after your first work anniversary.
Professional Development Opportunities
- We will sponsor company-selected training sessions, conferences, and certifications to foster your growth.
Meal Reimbursement
- Reimbursement for lunch at the office, and dinner too if you are working past 7 pm, up to a limit.
Gym Membership
- Reimbursement for fitness & wellness programs, such as gym memberships, up to a limit.
Commuter Benefits
- We offer the opportunity to leverage the available tax concessions for commuting expenses.
Relocation Assistance
- Available to those who move to the Chicago or New York City metropolitan area as required by their job role.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
- You will be eligible for 15 to 20 days PTO, depending on level, accrued according to company policies.
Annual Quiet Week
- From Dec 24 to Jan 2, we anticipate a quiet week. During this period, all employees may work remotely, and we put in our best effort to keep workload as light as possible in light of balancing business needs.
Firm Holidays
- 12 firm-designated holidays annually, in addition to the eligible PTO.
Comprehensive Healthcare, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- We prioritize your health and wellness with insurance coverage through leading national providers.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan
- We provide the opportunity to manage your healthcare expenses efficiently through FSA/HSA plans.
Mental Health Support
- Enroll in our healthcare plan and gain access to mental health support through Talkspace.
HealthAdvocate
- Expert assistance to help you navigate the complexities of the health
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