Job Summary
Blithequark, a leading healthcare innovation organization, is seeking an experienced Principal DevOps Engineer to drive organizational change in developing DevOps tooling, practices, and culture. As a technical expert and individual contributor, you will be responsible for leading DevOps strategy, establishing and maintaining DevOps best practices, and ensuring the adoption of enterprise-wide requirements. If you are passionate about making an impact in your work, being recognized for your expertise in solving complex clinical data issues, and contributing to key strategic initiatives, consider growing your career with a Fortune 6 healthcare leader like Blithequark!
About Blithequark
Blithequark is a healthcare innovation organization focused on providing people, managers, healthcare professionals, makers, and others with creative benefits, products, and services. The company is advancing and driving real change to improve the health of millions. With a commitment to delivering improved human-driven healthcare for a rapidly changing world, Blithequark's mission is to bring heart to each moment of your health.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead DevOps strategy covering design, development of tools, practices, and culture
- Establish and maintain DevOps best practices, including version control, code review, automated testing, and deployment strategies
- Design and manage infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar to provision and manage resources across cloud environments
- Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, CircleCI, or similar, ensuring fast and reliable application deployment
- Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure teams are adhering to industry best practices and regulatory requirements
- Monitor and analyze DevOps pipelines and processes, identifying areas for improvement, innovation, and automation to enhance launch/failback consistency and accuracy
- Stay up-to-date with emerging data technologies, trends, and best practices, and make recommendations for their adoption within the organization's DevOps environment
- Coach and provide technical guidance to junior colleagues, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning
Essential Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Experience working in public cloud environments, GCP (preferred)/Azure/AWS, and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Proficiency in infrastructure as code concepts and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for automating resource provisioning and deployment
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipeline tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI) and version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Strong scripting skills in languages like Python, Ruby, or similar
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate complex DevOps platform issues and provide effective solutions
- Great communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, Cloud Logging Solutions) to ensure application performance and system health
- Knowledge of security best practices in DevOps, including experience with vulnerability scanning, compliance frameworks, and secure deployment practices
- Leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding junior engineers, is a plus
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Blithequark, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Principal DevOps Engineer, you will have opportunities to:
- Lead and drive DevOps strategy and initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Develop and maintain DevOps best practices and tools
- Coach and mentor junior colleagues
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends
Work Environment and Company Culture
Blithequark is a dynamic and innovative organization that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We strive to create a culture where every individual feels engaged and empowered to make a difference. Our Heart At Work Behaviors support this mission, and we are committed to:
- Delivering improved human-driven healthcare for a rapidly changing world
- Advancing and supporting a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging
- Providing opportunities for growth and development
- Fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary range of $20-$30/hour, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Full-time employment with 8 hours/day
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Diverse and inclusive culture
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
Conclusion
If you are passionate about making an impact in your work, being recognized for your expertise, and contributing to key strategic initiatives, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Principal DevOps Engineer at Blithequark. Join our team and help drive real change in the healthcare industry!
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