The Role
The Sr DevOps Engineer will enhance software processing data from devices, focusing on delivery speed, code quality/security, and process optimization. Responsibilities include identifying failure modes, performance improvements, mentoring team members, and deploying applications in AWS environments with an emphasis on security best practices.
Summary Generated by Built In
About the Role
- This role will be part of a team that develops software that processes data captured every day from over a quarter of a million Computer and Mobile devices worldwide. Measuring panelists activities as they surf the Internet via Browsers, or utilizing Mobile App’s download from Apple’s and Google’s store. The Nielsen software meter used to capture this usage data has been optimized to be unobtrusive yet gather many biometric data points that the backend system can use to identify who is using the device, and also detect fraudulent behavior.As a Senior Devops Engineer you will help to increase speed of delivery, improve quality/security of code, and optimize processes for the development team. With a heavy focus on cost avoidance and securityYou will be responsible for identifying potential failure modes & performance improvement opportunities, and then work with the development team to improve a system that processes massive amounts of data every day across 3 AWS regions. You will play a key role in ensuring the stability of our production environments and mentoring other team members.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with Tech Leads and developers to assess existing problems and to come up with process improvement solutions Detect upcoming bottlenecks and production issues proactively and then consult with development teams in a hands-on manner to resolve technical issuesParticipate in planning delivery time, code quality, and process efficiency improvement projects Perform daily tasks such as environmental health checks, data storage monitoring, and environmental costsDeploying application release into no-prod and production environments using automated CI/CD pipelines that include security vulnerability assessmentsAutomated repetitive manual DevOps task using tools such as TeraformCollaborate with other DevOps teams to build a community of practice Mentor junior devops engineers, providing guidance on technical aspects and best practices.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive and unified approach to software development.Support the implementation of security best practices for on-prem and AWS (cloud) environments in multiple countries/regions
Key skills
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.Proven experience, minimum 5 years, in a AWS serverless environments, utilizing tools such as: Python, Shell scripting, Postgres/RedShift/RDS/SQL, S3 Life cycle, EC2, Airflow, Terraform, AWS Cost Explorer, Prometheus, Grafana, & OpsGeniStrong understanding of CI/CD principles and tools. GitLab a plusGood problem-solving and debugging skills.Good communication and collaboration skills with ability to communicate complex technical concepts and align organization on decisionsExcellent problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly process complex information and present it clearly and simplyAble to innovative solutions within a group
Top Skills
Python
Shell
The Company
What We Do
Nielsen shapes the world’s media and content as a global leader in audience insights, data and analytics. Through our understanding of people and their behaviors across all channels and platforms, we empower our clients with independent and actionable intelligence so they can connect and engage with their audiences—now and into the future.
An S&P 500 company, Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) operates around the world in more than 55 countries.
