DevOps Engineer

Job Description

MediaAlpha is a customer acquisition solutions provider powered by technology and data science. The company provides industry-leading solutions designed to reach consumers shopping within high-consideration categories such as property and casualty insurance, health insurance, life insurance, personal finance, travel, education, and more.

Role Overview

The DevOps engineer is responsible for the optimization and design of MediaAlpha's AWS Cloud Environment. This role shall advise on improvements to the overall architecture of the platform while also leading DevOps-oriented projects that support MediaAlpha's technologies.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with development.

Update existing code and scripts (Perl, Python, etc.), as well as resolving script errors.

Managing installation and configuration of solutions to keep the environment up to date.

Support and collaborate closely with counterparts on the Technology, and Security team.

Partner to improve application, system, security, and database processes.

Identify and automate manual processes as discovered.

Maintain the cloud environment.

Support Cloud operations including management of day-to-day administration, planning, remediation issues, and timely resolution of issues for the cloud environment.

Monitors and improves the cloud health, automation, and expense processes.

Overseeing routine maintenance procedures and diagnostic tests.

Respond to ticket requests and escalated incidents as required.

Document processes and maintain performance metrics.

Guide overall operations.

Architect cloud environments within the Amazon platform.

Mentor others on DevOps process and methodology.

Conforming to best practices in cloud administration and cybersecurity.

Contributing expertise on information system options, risk, and operational impact.

Requirements

AWS Certifications is a plus

At least 3 years of experience working in cloud and DevOps operations.

At least 3 years of experience with Linux Administration

At least 2 years of experience writing scripts with Bash

2+ years of experience writing Perl, Python, or other scripting languages is a plus

At least 1 year experience with web applications and their backend function(s)

At least 1 year of experience with Terraform/Ansible deployment

Ability to install and configure software, gather test-stage data and perform debugging.

Aid software deployment by writing script updates and running diagnostics.

A willingness to be hands-on with SQL databases and their function.

Proficiency in documenting processes and monitoring performance metrics.

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Familiarity with:

Automation / DevOps - Packer, Terraform, Ansible, RPM, Docker, CI/CD, GIT

AWS - EC2, IAM, RDS or Aurora, VPC, Route53, CloudWatch, S3, Billing

Bash, Shell, Perl, Python, PHP, Amazon Linux, Apache

Work Location:

Hybrid: 1-2 days/week in-office on Tuesdays / Thursdays.

Compensation & Benefits

We are excited to offer a competitive base pay range of $94,500 to $175,000 per year for this position, based on experience and qualifications. But that's not all - as a valued member of our team, you will also have access to an array of top-notch benefits, including:

Annual bonus program and participation in our Restricted Stock Unit program

100% Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for you, your dependents, and spouse or registered domestic partner

100% Employer paid short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance

401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions to help you plan for your future

Open Paid Time Off policy with a birthday day off and 11 holidays

Professional development reimbursement along with a subscription to Coursera

Cell Phone, Wellness, and Internet expense reimbursement, along with a subscription to the Calm App

100% fully paid parental leave for team members up to 22 weeks for the primary caregiver and 12 weeks for the secondary caregiver

Dog-friendly offices (LA and AZ) along with a $300 pet adoption reimbursement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

MediaAlpha is committed to fostering, cultivating, and maintaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our philosophy and actions are built on the premise that as an employer and citizens of our communities, we can create opportunities for lasting change.

Fair Chance

MediaAlpha will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at or .

Full-time

Hybrid remote