Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ) · 1 month ago
Senior Software Systems Engineer
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expIntegrated Resources, Inc (IRI) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Systems Engineer to build their automation platform ecosystem. The successful candidate will design, implement, and maintain automation and orchestration platforms while ensuring optimal performance and reliability in a dynamic environment.
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Responsibilities
Design, deploy, and administer automation platforms such as but not limited to Terraform Enterprise, Ansible Automation Platform, Vault, and Packer
Collaborate with development, operations, security, and COE teams to ensure seamless integration and secure & consistent automation practices
Establish and develop operational standards, documentation, and lifecycle management processes
Integrate self-service, CMDB, platform security, Products management, observability, and other solutions
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize the platform for high availability and resilience
Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflows using tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, or ArgClient
Provide guidance and training to other engineers on automation platforms and related technologies and develop related documentation
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to automation platforms, containerization, and cloud-native architectures
Provide supplemental VMWare vSphere/VCF support: deployment and configuration of ESXi hosts, storage and performance monitoring, and performing security updates
Provide supplemental Kubernetes/Container support: troubleshooting client app issues, deployment and configuration, storage and performance monitoring, and performing security updates
Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and respond to issues with systems and technologies supported by the team
Qualification
Required
Proven expertise in automation platform deployment and administration (Terraform, Ansible, Packer, Vault, etc.)
Strong understanding of platform automation architecture, components, and ecosystem, including hands-on experience
Automation pipeline development and CI/CD integration
Scripting and troubleshooting proficiency (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.)
System reliability and observability (Prometheus, Grafana, etc.)
Security and access management (SSO, RBAC, PKI)
Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach to troubleshooting and issue resolution
Background in infrastructure lifecycle management and capacity planning
Solid foundation in infrastructure including understanding of database, networking, DNS, load balancing, storage, and backup concepts and solutions
Minimum of 5 -8 years of experience in software systems engineering, with a focus on infrastructure engineering, DevOps, or platform operations
Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience administering automation or IaC platforms (Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency (required)
Preferred
Experience designing hybrid automation architectures from the ground up
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification
Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration
Familiarity with security best practices for containerized applications and Kubernetes environments, including role-based access control (RBAC) and network policies
Experience with database management systems (DBMS) in a Kubernetes context, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, ArangoDB, or MongoDB
Experience in agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
Knowledge of container orchestration and cloud-native tooling (Helm, ArgClient, Flux)
Familiarity with policy-as-code and compliance automation (OPA, Sentinel, Kyverno)
Exposure to cost optimization, monitoring, and governance frameworks in large environments
Company
Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI )
Integrated Resources Inc.
501-1000 employees
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