Optum is hiring a DevOps Engineer to build and maintain modern DevOps ecosystems, leveraging Infrastructure as Code, container orchestration, and cloud-native technologies. This role combines technical acumen with leadership to drive innovation and operational excellence as part of our mission to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.
What You'll Do
- Design and implement Infrastructure as Code using tools like Terraform
- Automate operational tasks using Python and other scripting languages
- Leverage AI tools and AIOps to optimize operations and reduce manual overhead
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps
- Implement Agentic DevOps practices to enhance automation and decision-making
- Monitor infrastructure using Prometheus, Grafana, and Datadog; lead incident response and root cause analysis
- Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
- Use Ansible or Chef for configuration management and provisioning
- Manage cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, ensuring cost-efficiency and scalability
- Automate machine image creation using Packer for consistent environments
- Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure seamless software delivery
- Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices across the team
- Lead system integration projects and consult with stakeholders to align infrastructure with business goals
- Provide training and support on new systems and technologies
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Certifications in Kubernetes, Terraform, or any public cloud platform like AWS, Azure, or GCP
- 10+ years of experience in a DevOps role or similar
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.)
- Experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture
- Experience with Git and branching strategies
- Solid experience with tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, Packer, and Consul
- Proven experience in system implementation and integration projects
- Knowledge of monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog) and logging tools (e.g., ELK Stack)
- Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP services. Proven experience implementing Public Cloud Services using Terraform within Terraform Enterprise or HCP Terraform
- Proficiency in Python and experience with other scripting languages (e.g., Bash)
- Proficiency in tools like Terraform and Ansible. Proven experience in authoring Terraform and shared Terraform Modules
- Proven ability to consult with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide expert advice
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Ability to work in an agile and fast-paced environment
Technical Stack
- Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Packer
- Scripting & Automation: Python, Bash
- CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps
- Monitoring & Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, ELK Stack
- Containers & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
- Configuration Management: Ansible, Chef
- Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
- Other: Consul
Our culture is guided by inclusion, and we are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling equitable care. We offer comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.
