DevOps Engineer I

Vertafore • East Lansing, MI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Vertafore’s DevOps teams work closely with the software engineering organization, supporting systems and networks while enabling development teams with tools and capabilities to bring products to market efficiently. The role emphasizes development-focused DevOps practices alongside reliable operational delivery. The DevOps Engineer I supports large-scale web applications in a cloud environment, builds automation, helps upgrade infrastructure for existing products and new development, and collaborates with software development teams and peer organizations.

Requirements

• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Knowledge of cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of infrastructure provisioning tools such as Terraform or similar.
• Knowledge of a configuration management tool such as Chef, Ansible, Puppet, or similar.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines such as Bamboo, Jenkins, GitLab, or TFS.
• Knowledge of containerization and application servers such as Docker, Kubernetes, WebLogic, or Tomcat.
• Able to be on call and work outside standard business hours for critical business needs.
• Able to work remotely on an as-needed basis with a stable internet connection.
• Able to work from an office location when required.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 10 pounds.
• Frequent repetitive hand and arm movements to operate a computer.
• Close vision for computer work and frequent sitting and/or standing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a DevOps, software development, or closely related role.
• Experience with Linux server operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Support large-scale web applications in a cloud environment.
• Develop automation practices to improve efficiency in infrastructure, DevOps, and application deployments.
• Help upgrade DevOps infrastructure for existing products and greenfield development.
• Coordinate with software development teams to develop and implement software applications.
• Assist managers in analyzing project requirements and project design.
• Collaborate with peer organizations to deliver software applications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed