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DevOps - Engineer

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JOB DESCRIPTION
The DevOps Engineer will work with a team in the creation of CI pipelines that test and deploy backend web servers, API servers, analytics dashboards, and mobile applications for internal and external client stakeholders. The engineer will work with the CINO, developers, and product owners to understand and document requirements and decide on the best solutions. The engineer will also be expected to provide technical support and mentorship to the junior team members to facilitate skill development. This is an equity-only role, ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving, high-growth environments.

Department: Technology & Product
Reports to: Chief Innovation Officer,
Location: Chicago, Illinois

WHO WE ARE

Our team's digital inventiveness and mobile location expertise creates brand stories that produce results. We are seasoned professionals who have worked in marketing, technology, mobile, and beyond. Our skills include Micro-fencing, mobile strategy, data analytics, and more.

THIS POSITION WILL ENTAIL:

  • Learn and contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines for software delivery and deployment.

  • Assist in configuring and managing cloud infrastructure and services using platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

  • Collaborate with development teams to automate build, test, and deployment processes using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or CircleCI.

  • Learn and implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.

  • Support containerization initiatives using Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.

  • Participate in monitoring and logging setup using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), or similar monitoring solutions.

  • Learn about version control systems (e.g., Git) and best practices for code management, branching strategies, and collaboration workflows.

  • Assist in implementing security practices and compliance standards within the DevOps processes and infrastructure.

  • Learn and contribute to troubleshooting production incidents, performance optimizations, and system scalability.

  • Document processes, configurations, and best practices for knowledge sharing and future reference.

  • Other duties as assigned.

DESIRED SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), version control systems (e.g., Git), and Linux/Unix environments.

  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell is a plus.

  • Eagerness to learn and work with DevOps tools and technologies including CI/CD, cloud platforms, containerization, and automation.

  • Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.

  • Good communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment.

  • Prior experience or coursework related to DevOps, cloud computing, or automation tools is advantageous but not required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

  • Experience with large custom software deployments required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's or equivalent experience in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Bioinformatics, etc.)

  • Prior start-up experience

  • An appreciation for TDD, and a strong understanding of the common challenges associated with cloud data storage, access, and management.

  • Understanding of the role of Machine learning and statistical modeling in product development

  • Strong technical skills in data analysis, machine learning and programming. Strong working knowledge of Python, Hadoop, SQL

  • Oracle Java SE Cert, AWS Cert, Docker Certified Associate

 

What You Get

  • Equity-based opportunity to build and lead the global talent engine at Digital Factory.
  • Strategic seat at the table, shaping how we grow and who we bring into the business.
  • Partnership with executive leadership on workforce design and scaling strategy.
  • A creative, inclusive culture that values innovation, clarity, and purpose.

 

Compensation

This is an equity-only, fractional opportunity. There is no salary or hourly compensation at this time.

At Digital Factory, we’re committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Factory believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.



Digital Factory is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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