> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3966141-devops-engineer-iii](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3966141-devops-engineer-iii). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # DevOps Engineer III - **Company:** Allen Institute for Brain Science - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $137,050.0 - $171,250.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Storage, Databases, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Data Files, Relational Databases, Linux, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Ansible, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Data Logging, Pulumi, Scripting, Apache OpenOffice, Google Cloud, High Performance Computing, Information Technology, Data Management, Terraform - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/devops-engineer-iii-seattle-wa--440126f0-cfe8-458e-9f39-1a52fbbd813a ## About the Role DevOps, Biology, Cross-Functional, Human Health, Software Engineering, Data Sets, Analysis Skills, High Throughput, Data Management, Team Player, We highly value the ability to communicate clearly in written form; applicants are strongly encouraged to include a brief cover letter explaining their interest in the role and elaborating on their experience., * Bachelor's degree (combination of education and experience) * 3 years' experience administering substantial Linux deployments * Production experience with common infrastructure-as-code/configuration-as-code frameworks, such as Ansible, pyinfra, Pulumi, or Terraform * Deep production experience using code to configure one of: Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure * Experience writing scripts and automating tasks in a common scripting language * Experience with relational database management * Bachelor's degree in computer science, or related field, and at least two years of experience in a DevOps, system administration, or similar role Preferred Education and Experience * Experience defining infrastructure with Ansible and Terraform * Experience deploying complex infrastructure with multiple AWS products * Experience developing scripts in Python and Bash * Experience with large-scale Ubuntu deployments * Experience managing PostgreSQL and MongoDB * High-performance computing experience, ideally on a public cloud Work Environment * Open office seating * Data center * May enter laboratory environment, including potential possible chemical, biological, or other hazardous substances exposure Physical Demands * Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office equipment * Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds in a data center environment Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * This role is currently able to work both remotely and onsite in a hybrid work environment. We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for all Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State. ## Description * Define Linux system configuration in code using Ansible; write automated tests to validate configuration-as-code using Molecule framework * Create, deploy and maintain AWS Cloud infrastructure using Terraform * Review systems and infrastructure pull requests; follow Allen Institute standards for software development and code deployments * Manage and integrate on-premises and cloud storage systems * Take primary responsibility for infrastructure stability and performance; collaborate with developers to investigate issues that arise with applications running in production and staging environments * Support and maintain CI/CD, database, logging, and metrics infrastructure * Communicate effectively through written documentation and presentations as well as informal interactions with co-workers * Work together with stakeholders and senior engineers to scope work and set timelines; proactively identify and help mitigate risks to project scope and timeline when needed to ensure milestones and deadlines are achieved * Participate in on-hours support triage rotation, approximately two weeks out of every ten Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.