DevOps Engineer at bswift

We're looking for motivated and goal-driven team members who can do what it takes to make a company great.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Required: Strong experience with both Azure and AWS cloud platforms.
• Required: Proficiency in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Required: Hands-on experience with containerization technologies, particularly Docker.
• Required: Proficiency with version control systems, especially Git.
• Required: Experience with code scanning tools such as SonarQube, Checkmarx, or equivalent.
• Required: Familiarity with mobile application deployment processes for iOS and Android platforms.
• Preferred: Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IAC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Preferred: Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• Preferred: Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Preferred: Understanding of networking concepts and security best practices in cloud environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proven track record of implementing DevOps practices and driving automation.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer, or similar, are a plus.

Description

bswift's successful creation of an online benefits enrollment/administration system has provided a simple, intuitive, and engaging experience for both employers and their employees. Located in downtown Chicago, bswift offers software and services that streamline benefits, HR and payroll administration for employers and public and private exchanges nationwide. bswift's state-of-the-art cloud-based technology and outsourcing solutions significantly reduce administrative costs and time-consuming paperwork, making life easier for administrators and millions of consumers who manage their benefits with bswift.

We're looking for motivated and goal-driven team members who can do what it takes to make a company great. The reward is a fun, flexible and creative environment with ample opportunity for professional and personal growth. If you have the bswift values of higher standards, greater accountability and more fun, we want to hear from you!

Are you an experienced DevOps engineer with a passion for streamlining development processes, optimizing infrastructure, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and possessing mobile application deployment skills? We are seeking a skilled Mid-Level DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in enhancing our DevOps practices by integrating code scanning, expanding the DevOps infinity loop, and managing mobile application deployments. As a DevOps Engineer at bSwift, you will contribute to the development, deployment, and maintenance of our applications in a cloud-based environment, while championing security, quality, collaboration, and mobile readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps for building, testing, and deploying applications, including mobile apps.
• Integrate code scanning tools and automated testing frameworks into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure code quality, security, and compliance.
• Manage and maintain our infrastructure on AWS, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with development teams to define infrastructure requirements and provide guidance on best practices.
• Automate deployment, monitoring, and scaling processes using modern DevOps tools and practices.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to deployment processes, architecture, and troubleshooting guides.
• Implement and expand the DevOps infinity loop by enhancing automation, continuous monitoring, and feedback mechanisms.
• Manage mobile application deployments, ensuring seamless releases to app stores and managing version updates.
• Monitor application performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement necessary optimizations.
• Troubleshoot production issues and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement in our DevOps practices.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Required: Strong experience with both Azure and AWS cloud platforms.

Required: Proficiency in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.

Required: Hands-on experience with containerization technologies, particularly Docker.

Required: Proficiency with version control systems, especially Git.

Required: Experience with code scanning tools such as SonarQube, Checkmarx, or equivalent.

Required: Familiarity with mobile application deployment processes for iOS and Android platforms.

Preferred: Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IAC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.

Preferred: Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration.

Preferred: Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

Preferred: Understanding of networking concepts and security best practices in cloud environments.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently.

Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Proven track record of implementing DevOps practices and driving automation.

Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer, or similar, are a plus.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Chance to make a significant impact on our DevOps practices, security, code quality, and mobile readiness.

Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities.

If you are a proactive DevOps engineer with a strong background in Azure, AWS, CI/CD, code scanning, mobile application deployments, and an eagerness to expand the DevOps infinity loop, we encourage you to apply and join our passionate team. Together, we can shape the future of our infrastructure, deployment processes, security practices, and mobile application readiness. To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $102,000-$120,00 exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. This position is also eligible for an annual corporate bonus of 10%. If you are hired at bswift, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued salary growth. We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package!

bswift is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

At bswift, our values are Higher Standards, Greater Accountability and More Fun. We pride ourselves on having an engaged, friendly and smart team that goes the extra mile to get the job done right. The reward is a fun, flexible and creative environment with ample opportunity for professional and personal growth.

bswift was named one of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, as well as one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of personal characteristics or status. We take affirmative action to recruit, select and develop women, people of color, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you have what it takes to join our award-winning culture, we'd love to hear from you!