Principal DevOps Engineer

Company: Consumer Cellular, Inc.
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: March 25, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description - Principal DevOps Engineer (250157)Principal DevOps Engineer ( 250157 )Job SummaryWe are seeking a visionary and hands-on principal engineer specializing in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to lead and innovate our infrastructure automation efforts. As a pivotal member of our engineering leadership team, you will not only define strategy but also actively contribute to the design, implementation, and optimization of our IaC practices. Your technical expertise will be crucial in transforming how we manage, scale, and secure our infrastructure across the organization.Responsibilities:

• Define and champion the long-term strategy for Infrastructure as Code, aligning it with business objectives and technology trends.
• Lead by example in hands-on implementation, ensuring high-quality and scalable infrastructure solutions.
• Mentor engineering teams on best practices in IaC, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps methodologies.
• Architectural Design and Implementation:
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure solutions using modern IaC tools and frameworks (e.g., Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Develop and maintain a robust CI/CD pipeline for infrastructure changes, actively participating in automation and tooling.
• Automate provisioning, configuration, and management of cloud-based resources and on-premises infrastructure.
• Operational Excellence:
• Drive operational efficiencies through hands-on automation and standardization of infrastructure deployment and management processes.
• Establish and refine monitoring, logging, and alerting frameworks to ensure proactive identification and resolution of infrastructure issues.
• Implement security best practices and compliance requirements within the IaC framework.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including software engineers, architects, security specialists, and operations teams.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and solutions to non-technical stakeholders, promoting transparency and knowledge sharing.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, agility, and innovation within the engineering organization.Job QualificationsRequired Skills & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or relevant experience. Master's degree or PhD preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in software engineering, infrastructure automation, or related fields. Prior experience as a Principal Engineer, Lead Engineer, or similar role preferred.
• Technical Skills:
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and practices (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, CloudFormation, GitHub).
• Proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Python, Ruby, or Go.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Leadership Skills:
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale infrastructure projects with a hands-on approach from conception to delivery.
  • Ability to influence and drive consensus across multiple stakeholders.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset.Soft Skills:
    • Strategic Thinking: Ability to envision and execute long-term DevOps strategies that align with business and technical goals.
    • Leadership & Mentorship: Ability to lead and inspire a team of engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a culture of innovation.
    • Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
    • Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally, influencing and collaborating with engineering, operations, security, and business teams.
    • Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirements and technologies.
    • Innovation & Passion for Technology: A deep passion for staying on the cutting edge of technology and driving the adoption of new tools and practices.About Consumer CellularConsumer Cellular is the top-rated wireless provider that provides cell phones and no-contract service plans primarily to those 50+. Founded over 25 years ago on the belief that everyone should have affordable access to the safety and convenience of cellular service, they have become well known for their 100% U.S.-based, award-winning customer support. Consumer Cellular has been honored by J.D. Power as #1 in Customer Service among Value MVNOs, 17 Times in a Row, making it the Most Awarded Brand for wireless customer service. In 2024, the company was also ranked #1 in network coverage and customer satisfaction among wireless carriers from ACSI. Based on 2024 ACSI Survey of customers rating their own Wireless Service Provider. ACSI and its logo are registered trademarks of the American Customer Satisfaction Index LLC. Learn more at theacsi.org. Additionally, the company has been ranked on the Inc. 5000 list 12 times. The company has been an approved AARP Provider for over 14 years and offers AARP members exclusive discounts on service. The Scottsdale, AZ-based company is privately held with 2985 employees and utilizes the nation's largest voice and data networks, which cover 99 percent of the U.S. population. Consumer Cellular's wireless phones and plans are sold nationwide at leading retailers such as Target and Walmart, as well as directly to consumers at ConsumerCellular.com or (888) 345-5509.Pay & Benefits Data (in accordance with the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act)
      • Minimum Salary: $166,950
      • Maximum Salary: $241,500This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Our Talent Acquisition team are able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process. As part of our Total Rewards package, Consumer Cellular, Inc. offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
        • Competitive base pay with potential for shift differential, overtime and bonus pay
        • Medical insurance (98% company-paid for full-time employee only coverage)
        • Dental and Vision insurance (100% company-paid for full-time employee only coverage)
        • 401(k) company match of 100% up to 6% of your pay
        • Discounted Consumer Cellular wireless phone plan for employees
        • Paid Time Off (PTO) available following a 30-day waiting period*
        • 6 company-paid holidays plus 16 hours of floating holiday accrual per year
        • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health care and dependent care expenses
        • Life and AD&D insurance equal to 1x your annual earnings (100% company-paid)
        • Long-Term Disability insurance (100% company-paid)
        • Employee Assistance Program (100% company-paid)
        • Employee rewards program*Accrue up to 40 hours in 1st year for hourly positions and up to 120 hours for salaried positions.Pre-employment background check and drug screen is required.Primary LocationUnited States-Arizona-ScottsdaleJobInformation TechnologyScheduleFull-timeTravelNoJob PostingMar 19, 2025Unposting DateMar 24, 2025Consumer Cellular is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any status/classification deemed illegal to consider under local, state or federal law. Consumer Cellular is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human.Resources@consumercellular.com.
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