Principal DevOps Engineer - Data Platform - Remote Work From Home Opportunity at Aetna

Transforming Healthcare Through Technology: Join Aetna's DevOps Team

CVS Wellbeing, a leading healthcare innovation organization, is revolutionizing the way people access medical care. As a part of this visionary company, Aetna is seeking a highly skilled Principal DevOps Engineer to drive organizational change and spearhead the development of cutting-edge DevOps tooling, practices, and culture. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry and are recognized for your technical expertise, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Job Overview

As a Principal DevOps Engineer, you will be a technical subject matter expert and thought leader responsible for designing and implementing DevOps methodologies that span planning, development, and deployment. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping the company's DevOps environment, ensuring the adoption of best practices, and driving the continuous improvement of our data platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of DevOps strategies, tools, and practices that drive efficiency, scalability, and reliability across the organization.
• Design and enforce DevOps best practices, including version control, code review, automated testing, and deployment strategies.
• Model and manage infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar, to provision and manage resources across cloud environments.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, CircleCI, or similar, to ensure rapid and reliable application deployment.
• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and analyze DevOps pipelines and practices, identifying areas for improvement, optimization, and automation to enhance deployment consistency and accuracy.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices, and make recommendations for their adoption within the organization's DevOps environment.
• Coach and provide technical guidance to junior colleagues, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working in public cloud environments, preferably GCP, Azure, or AWS, and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in infrastructure as code concepts and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for automating resource provisioning and configuration.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipeline tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong scripting skills in languages like Python, Bash, or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex DevOps platform issues and provide effective solutions.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

While not mandatory, the following skills and experiences are highly valued:

• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, Cloud Logging Solutions) to ensure application performance and system health.
• Knowledge of security best practices in DevOps, including experience with vulnerability scanning, compliance frameworks, and secure coding practices.
• Experience with Generative AI and/or GitLab.
• Leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding junior professionals.

Career Growth and Learning Opportunities

At Aetna, we're committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Principal DevOps Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on complex and challenging projects that drive real change in the healthcare industry.
• Develop your technical expertise and stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive business outcomes.
• Take on leadership roles and mentor junior colleagues.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Aetna is a dynamic and inclusive organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a remote worker, you'll be part of a distributed team that is passionate about making a difference in the healthcare industry. We offer a flexible work environment that supports work-life balance and provides opportunities for professional growth and development.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes:

• A hourly rate of $25.
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• A flexible work environment that supports work-life balance.

Join Our Team

If you're a motivated and experienced DevOps professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Principal DevOps Engineer at Aetna, you'll be part of a talented team that is driving innovation and excellence in healthcare. Apply now to take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career.

Don't miss this opportunity to join Aetna's DevOps team and shape the future of healthcare. Apply today!