Principal Software DevOps Engineer

MiniMed • San Diego, CA

3d • $138,000 - $261,000

About The Position

A Principal DevOps Engineer works with developers and IT staff to oversee code releases, combining engineering and coding knowledge. The role involves creating and implementing systems software, analyzing data to improve applications and environments, and using automation tools to build digital pipelines, including CI/CD pipelines. The position helps increase workplace productivity and supports dependable, high-quality services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Seven or more years of experience in DevOps, systems administration, or software support.
• Proven ability to lead projects and work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for running applications.
• Strong skills in Python, Bash, or Shell.
• Familiarity with NewRelic and OpenSearch.
• Experience maintaining and supporting infrastructure tools such as JIRA and Jenkins.

Responsibilities

• Create automated CI/CD systems to test and deploy code quickly.
• Use infrastructure as code to provision and scale cloud servers automatically.
• Set up logging and monitoring tools to identify system errors early.
• Lead responses to major production crashes and determine root causes of failures.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their technical work.
• Ensure 99.9% uptime and 99% quality of service (degradation).
• Maintain and support infrastructure tools, including JIRA and Jenkins.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance and long-term disability leave.
• Dependent daycare spending account.
• Incentive plans.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Short-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Eligible employees may have access to a Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal