Sr. Build & Release Engineer - GE Vernova

**Job Description Summary** We are seeking a Sr. Build & Release Engineer to help us modernize our delivery, integration, testing, and deployment processes. This position is essential for advancing the implementation of our next-generation platform solutions (GRID MODERNIZATION) further. As a key contributor, you will mainly be responsible for designing, delivering, and deploying Kubernetes-based platform solutions, ensuring seamless integration for our GridOS technologies. This requires a highly motivated and skilled individual who can work independently and collaboratively with both internal teams and external stakeholders in a dynamic, fast-paced technical environment. **Job Description** **Roles and Responsibilities** The ideal candidate will be someone with a hybrid developer/sysadmin background who is comfortable with Linux and Windows environments. Skilled in innovating, developing, and maintaining build & configuration management. Must be comfortable working with customers to deliver our Kubernetes-based solutions. Contributes to the team and able to work independently. + Work with the services and technology teams to define and implement CI/CD best practices and evolving the standardization of deployments + Help the team mature our automated deployment and container utilization strategies to improve customer deliveries + Break down problems and estimates time for quality related tasks + Increase task level and ability to take on multiple projects at one time + Demonstrated expertise with various configuration management, build management and continuous integration tools and methodologies + Strong background with SDLC and methodologies like Lean/Agile, CI, Software and Product Security, Scalability, Documentation Practices, Refactoring and Testing Techniques + Work with both internal and external customers to deliver and deploy Kubernetes for our next-generation solutions + Willingness to work across products lines for solution integrations **Education Qualification:** + Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering + A minimum of 4 years of industry experience + Must have 3+ years' experience in Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, ArgoCD, or related tooling + 3 years' experience Shell, Python, UNIX/LINUX, scripting **Eligibility Requirements:** + Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job + Must be willing to travel (if travel is required) - 15% **Desired Characteristics** Technical Expertise: + 3-4 years of experience in supporting industry standard core CI/CD infrastructure components: Nexus/Artifactory, Terraform, Ansible, Code Coverage tools, Security tools etc. + Proven experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL/SLQ) + Solid understanding of computer networking + Strong problem solving/troubleshooting skills and approach + Proficiency in the setup, configuration, maintenance, and upgrading of one or more server operating system families (Linux, Windows) + Automation/DevOps experience is a MUST + Experience building and implementing CI/CD pipelines + Familiar with AWS technology and methodologies + Understands the importance of Build and Release as part of development life cycle and with reference to continuous integration process. Fully understands the importance of different software environments like Development, QA, and Production + EMS and/or ADMS experience + Experience supporting customers both remotely and in-person Business Acumen: + Displays understanding of the project's value proposition for the customer. Shows commitment to deliver the best value proposition for the targeted customer + Understands how the business solves the problem in specific domain areas using the technology. (Ex: Energy Management domain) Leadership + Influences through others; builds direct and "behind the scenes" support for ideas. Pre-emptively sees downstream consequences and effectively tailors influencing strategy to support a positive outcome. Uses experts or other third parties to influence + Able to verbalize what is behind decisions and downstream implications. Continuously reflecting on success and failures to improve performance and decision-making. Understands when change is needed. Participates in technical strategy planning + Proactively identifies and removes project obstacles or barriers on behalf of the team. Able to navigate accountability in a matrixed organization + Communicates and demonstrates a shared sense of purpose. Learns from failure Did you know that research has shown that women (and people of color) are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet 100% of the requirements? GE Vernova is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong and can bring their entires selves to work - this drives our innovation! Even if you don't meet every one of the preferred criteria in this job description, we encourage you to still apply as you might be a fantastic fit for this role, or other current open roles. \#LI-SG1 The salary range for this position is $110,400USD - $165,600USD. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. **Additional Information** GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). **Relocation Assistance Provided:** No