DevOps Senior Engineer - AutoNation

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.

So what do you say? Are you ready to be part of something big?

The role’s primary responsibility is designing and implementing AutoNation’s software delivery pipeline. This includes version control management, build automation, test orchestration automation, infrastructure-as-code, configuration management, deployment automation. Other responsibilities include Level 2 production support, documentation and mentoring junior DevOps engineers.

The applicant must be adept to working in a highly fluid environment which can include frequent changes to requirements and timelines. The candidate must also be a self-learner with abilities to quickly absorb new and emerging technologies. Other key requirements include sound troubleshooting skills, effective communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem solving.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with PMO, Dev, QA and other IT professionals to deliver optimal products and services in a timely manner.
• Providing technical leadership on internal DevOps projects by defining requirements, setting priorities, and communicating progress and challenges to IT leadership.
• Developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines to enable quick and reliable deployments.
• Designing and provisioning highly available and scalable infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code.
• Monitoring the performance of applications and services to ensure uptime.
• Troubleshooting issues across platform and application domains.
• Integrating security best practices into our development lifecycle for compliance and data protection.
• Mentoring junior level team members and promoting a culture of knowledge sharing.
• Researching and implementing new technologies to drive continuous improvements in our software delivery process.
• Documenting architecture, configurations and technical procedures of applied solutions.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in DevOps or related field.
• 3+ Experience with continuous integration/delivery tools such as Azure DevOps, Octopus, GitLab.
• 5+ years of operational experience with cloud IaaS and PaaS technologies at the enterprise level
• 3+ years of experience with AWS and/or Azure.
• 3+ years of experience with container and microservices technologies in AWS and/or Azure (AWS ECS, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm)
• 3+ years of experience automating the provisioning of cloud resources in Azure (ARM Templates), AWS (CloudFormation/CDK) and/or terraform.
• 3+ years of experience managing API layer with an API Management tools (Azure APIM, MuleSoft, Apigee)
• 5+ years of experience managing enterprise on-prem infrastructures (VMs, LBs, Network protocols, Windows Server, Linux)
• 5+ years designing and implementing process automation using scripting tools and languages such as PowerShell, bash, Python and other similar languages
• Understanding of software development processes and methodologies Working knowledge of coding standards and technologies such as C#, .Net core and standard, Java, MVC, client-side frameworks (Angular JS/jQuery), SPA, asynchronous programming, web sockets, rest APIs, SQL and mobile clients is a plus.
• Expertise in troubleshooting full stack implementations from client to backend systems using client-side tools, APMs, network monitoring tools and log parsers
• Expertise with ALM and release management processes
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in technology or equivalent job experience
• Microsoft and/or AWS certification preferred

Next Possible Position: DevOps Lead Engineer

Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You:

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching

• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits

• Exclusive RX Pet program offering discounts on medications

• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear

• Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers

• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.