Senior DevOps Engineer

United Kingdom
Engineering /
Full-Time Salary /
Remote
🌟 About Quote Velocity

Quote Velocity is a technology company that specializes in customer acquisition within the insurance market. We develop scalable products that enhance the shopping journey for consumers and drive customer growth for our clients. We connect people with people and help them meet their needs through personalized experiences that resonate with our clients and customers. Our commitment is to excellence and great work.

πŸ” About the Role

We are on the lookout for a passionate Sr. DevOps Engineer to become an integral part of our team. As a contributor, you will collaborate with other members of the Engineering team to lead, secure, monitor and optimize the infrastructure that supports the software which drives the success of our innovative and rapidly growing company. As a Sr. DevOps Engineer, your expertise will drive the continuous integration, delivery, and deployment of our software products, optimizing our development lifecycle. If you are enthusiastic about working in a high-paced environment, where empathy and innovation coexist, and are eager to contribute to enhancing our engineering processes, we encourage you to share your expertise and dedication with our team. Together, we can continue making waves in our industry and set new standards for excellence. πŸŒŸπŸ’ΌπŸ“Š

πŸ—ΊοΈ Location

This is a remote position. You would need to be available within our core working hours Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm ET to ensure sufficient cross-over with the team.

 πŸ“†A Day in the Life

Your day as a Sr. DevOps Engineer will be focused on:

CI/CD Pipeline Architecture and Management:
Design and maintain the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring efficient software builds, tests, and deployments.
Integrate various development, testing, and deployment tools into the pipeline.

Automation of Development Processes:
Implement automation strategies to streamline development phases.
Develop scripts and tools to automate build, integration, and deployment processes.

Software Development Collaboration:
Work closely with software engineers to understand requirements and support their needs.
Collaborate on code merges, version control, and feature branch workflows.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Implement Infrastructure as Code practices for efficient management of infrastructure.
Utilize Terraform for infrastructure provisioning.

Monitoring and Performance Optimization:
Implement comprehensive monitoring solutions for application and infrastructure performance.
Analyze system performance and propose optimizations.

Security Integration (DevSecOps):
Integrate security best practices into the development lifecycle and infrastructure.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement remediation strategies.
SOC2 Compliance: Ensure that all DevOps processes and tools comply with SOC2 standards, focusing on security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data.

Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:
Maintain detailed documentation of DevOps processes and tools.
Lead knowledge sharing sessions and workshops within the team.

Project Management:
Coordinate with stakeholders on project timelines and deliverables.

Collaboration with IT Ops:
Coordinate with IT Ops to align development environments with IT infrastructure needs.

β—πŸ”Who You Are

As a Sr. DevOps Engineer, your unique qualifications and characteristics are vital to our team's success. You are/possess:

2+ years of experience in a DevOps role, with a proven track record in managing CI/CD pipelines.

Strong background in cloud computing, preferably with certifications in AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as GitHub Actions and Terraform

Experience with deployment of PHP / Laravel applications.

Experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.

Experience building, maintaining, and optimizing High Concurrent; High Available environments

Proficient in scripting languages such as Python and Bash.

Process-Oriented: You excel in designing, implementing, and streamlining engineering operations processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Effective Communicator: You have excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex engineering technical concepts into clear and actionable insights for stakeholders across the organization.

Growth-Oriented: Committed to personal growth and continuous self-development, you seek opportunities to refine your skills and adapt to the evolving engineering landscape.

Adaptable in a Fast-Paced Environment: Thriving in a fast-paced start-up environment is second nature to you. You are resilient, agile, and eager to tackle IT & engineering challenges head-on.

Knowledge of SOC2 compliance within DevOps processes and environments.

If you are a seasoned Sr. DevOps Engineer eager to contribute your expertise and drive engineering excellence in a dynamic setting, we invite you to join our team. 🌟 Please complete the questions below to apply for this role, and let's embark on this exciting journey together. πŸ’ΌπŸ“ŠπŸš€

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Quote Velocity is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Quote Velocity, we understand that diversity and inclusion are not just words; they are values we hold dear. We believe that diversity is the foundation of innovation, and inclusion is the catalyst for growth. We are committed to building a workplace where all voices are heard, all perspectives are respected, and every individual is valued.

We embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, and every team member is encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is not just a checkbox; it's a fundamental part of who we are. We actively seek out diverse perspectives and experiences to fuel our creativity and drive our success.

Join us at Quote Velocity, where diversity is the key to our innovation, and inclusion is the path to our excellence. Your unique background, experiences, and talents will contribute to our collective success, and together, we'll continue shaping the future of customer acquisition.