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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior DevOps Engineer - **Company:** Elm Street Technology - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Databases, Continuous Delivery, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Elasticsearch, Python (Programming Language), Laravel, PostgreSQL, Log Analysis, MySQL, Networking Basics, Octopus Deploy, Performance Tuning, Reliability Engineering, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Delivery Pipeline, Kubernetes, Bitbucket, Terraform, Docker - **Published:** July 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f9fa7dd1988be709 ## About the Role * Proven experience managing production-grade infrastructure in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Amazon Web Services (AWS). * Deep expertise in container orchestration using Kubernetes/GKE and Helm, along with strong experience using Docker. * Demonstrated proficiency with infrastructure as code, particularly Terraform. * Experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Argo CD and Bitbucket Pipelines. * Strong fluency in at least one scripting or automation language, such as Python. * Demonstrated experience applying SRE principles, including incident response, performance tuning, and capacity planning for large-scale, business-critical SaaS applications. * Proven ability to troubleshoot distributed systems using observability, log analysis, and a strong understanding of service dependencies. * Ability to prioritize and manage complex technical projects while clearly communicating status, risks, and timelines. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Preferred Experience * Familiarity with PHP and the Laravel framework. * Experience with relational and search databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Elasticsearch. * A solid understanding of networking fundamentals, security best practices, and web application performance optimization. ## Description Elm Street's IDX Broker team is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to drive reliability, scalability, and modernization across our distributed systems. You will manage complex infrastructure in a hybrid Google Cloud and AWS environment, using Kubernetes/GKE, Docker, Terraform, and Helm to support mission-critical SaaS applications. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, networking, and security with a strong commitment to site reliability engineering. You will help optimize CI/CD pipelines, integrate AI-assisted workflows, strengthen operational performance, and modernize the architecture for future growth. What You'll Do * Architect, implement, and maintain scalable deployment infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines that support continuous delivery. * Drive platform modernization by automating workflows, integrating AI-assisted DevOps tools, and optimizing infrastructure as code with Terraform. * Lead incident response, performance tuning, and capacity planning to ensure the availability and reliability of critical SaaS applications. * Proactively diagnose and resolve complex issues across distributed systems, with a focus on service dependencies, observability, and log analysis. * Partner with Software Engineering, QA, and Product teams to advance reliability, security, and the developer experience. * Champion best practices in security, networking, and cloud architecture to maintain robust and compliant application environments. * Organize and lead complex infrastructure projects from conception through completion, communicating progress, risks, and timelines to stakeholders. * Coordinate cross-functional response efforts and guide contributors when their expertise is needed to resolve complex issues. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [The journey from developer to devops - what i've learnt along the way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/238-the-journey-from-developer-to-devops-what-i-ve-learnt-along-the-way) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)