Senior Staff DevOps Engineer

Senior Staff DevOps Engineer at Manifest

About Manifest

Manifest is a well-funded, early-stage startup revolutionizing [insert industry]. We are a fully remote team with the potential for hybrid co-working, offering a competitive salary ($150,000 - $210,000 per year) and meaningful stock options. We prioritize work-life balance with unlimited PTO, comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and retirement options.

The Role

As a Senior Staff DevOps Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing robust infrastructure and build/release pipelines. You will collaborate closely with Product to drive product roadmaps and empower users to build and deliver software with enhanced security and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement infrastructure and build/release pipelines, focusing on speed, security, performance, and scalability.
• Extend and improve existing processes and systems to streamline and optimize pipeline operations.
• Collaborate with Product to integrate DevSecOps tools and services, enabling automated security practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Automate application deployment using container technology and cloud-based CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement and enhance observability using MELT (Metrics, Events, Logs, Traces) to ensure system health and performance.
• Troubleshoot complex, remote environments, including Kubernetes and airgapped systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Helm, and Python.
• Deep understanding of cloud-based CI/CD pipelines and their components.
• Expertise in container technology, particularly Kubernetes and Github.
• Strong grasp of DevSecOps principles and best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with networking and runtime troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with secure SDLC practices and software vulnerability management.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Kubernetes in edge environments.
• Expertise in packaging software for on-prem and edge deployments.
• Knowledge of securing clouds, containers, and Kubernetes clusters.
• Experience with securing SDLC pipelines.
• Familiarity with SBOM generation tools and formats.
• Experience with self-hosted LLMs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in a DevOps engineering role, with a proven track record of designing, implementing, and maintaining robust infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Helm. Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker) and cloud-based CI/CD platforms. Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles and best practices.
• Automation: Demonstrated ability to automate infrastructure provisioning, application deployment, and security testing. Experience with scripting languages like Python for automation tasks.
• Troubleshooting: Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues in remote environments, including Kubernetes and airgapped systems.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and security.

Desirable:

• Experience with Kubernetes in edge environments.
• Expertise in packaging software for on-premise and edge deployments.
• Deep understanding of cloud security best practices, container security, and securing Kubernetes clusters.
• Experience with securing SDLC pipelines and implementing vulnerability management practices.
• Familiarity with SBOM generation tools and formats.
• Experience with self-hosted Large Language Models (LLMs).

Design and Implement Infrastructure

• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform.
• Design, build, and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated software delivery.
• Implement and optimize containerization strategies using technologies like Kubernetes.

Drive Automation and Security

• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment processes.
• Integrate DevSecOps tools and practices to ensure secure software development lifecycle.
• Implement and monitor security controls within infrastructure and pipelines.

Collaborate and Support

• Work closely with engineering teams to understand their needs and provide technical guidance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and deployment issues.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal DevOps processes and documentation.

Candidates interested in the Senior Staff DevOps Engineer position at Manifest will first submit their resume and cover letter through the online portal. A screening process will then be conducted to assess basic qualifications and relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a technical phone interview to delve deeper into their skills and experience with DevOps tools and technologies.

Those who successfully navigate the phone interview will participate in a virtual panel interview with members of the engineering team. This interview will focus on problem-solving abilities, collaborative skills, and cultural fit. The final stage involves a practical assessment, where candidates will be tasked with solving a real-world DevOps challenge. Based on the performance throughout all stages, the hiring team will make a final decision.

Manifest is a well-funded, early-stage startup revolutionizing the way software is built and deployed. Driven by a mission to empower developers with secure and efficient tools, Manifest offers a fully remote work environment with the flexibility of potential hybrid co-working arrangements. The company fosters a collaborative culture where innovation thrives and individual contributions are highly valued.

Manifest is committed to attracting top talent and offers a competitive compensation package, including a salary range of $150,000 to $210,000 per year, meaningful stock options, unlimited PTO, comprehensive health benefits, and robust retirement planning options.