DevOps Engineer II / AWS / Remote / Chicago
New York, NY
Hybrid
Direct Hire
$140k - $160k
This fully remote, full-time opportunity is with our client, a leading tech company revolutionizing road-based travel and outdoor tourism. Based in Chicago, Illinois, this client owns industry-recognized brands like Roadtrippers and Campendium. They’re currently hiring a DevOps Engineer II to help scale and automate their infrastructure using technologies like AWS, Kubernetes (EKS), Terraform, and GitHub Actions.
This is a chance to join a mission-driven company that empowers outdoor enthusiasts and road travelers through intuitive tools and apps. This client is looking for a skilled DevOps Engineer who thrives on automation, scalability, and operational excellence. This role isn’t just about managing infrastructure—it's about owning it. You’ll be joining a team that values flexibility, creativity, and exploration. With strong benefits, a people-first culture, and support for work-life balance (like flexible time off and a "Work-Detoured" outdoor travel stipend), this is a career move that offers personal and professional growth.
Required Skills & Experience
· 2+ years in a DevOps or full-time development role
· 2+ years of experience with AWS services (Sagemaker a plus)
· 2+ years of experience with EKS or similar Kubernetes platforms
· 2+ years of experience with GitHub Actions
· Proficiency in programming (Python, Go, or Ruby preferred)
· Experience with Terraform (Terragrunt), Ansible, and Bash
· Strong understanding of infrastructure automation and best practices
· Linux system administration and CLI skills
· Familiarity with Git and version control
· Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience in building reusable automation libraries
· Background in monitoring, alerting, and reporting infrastructure performance
· Familiarity with supporting multi-environment setups (dev/staging/prod)
· Security-first mindset for infrastructure planning and maintenance
· Comfortable advising stakeholders on infrastructure decisions
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· 60% Infrastructure Automation & Management
· 40% Monitoring, Troubleshooting & Collaboration
Daily Responsibilities
· 40% Automating infrastructure deployment and scaling
· 30% Supporting and improving CI/CD pipelines
· 20% Managing alerts, monitoring, and system performance
· 10% Cross-functional planning and infrastructure architecture
The Offer
This is a chance to join a mission-driven company that empowers outdoor enthusiasts and road travelers through intuitive tools and apps. This client is looking for a skilled DevOps Engineer who thrives on automation, scalability, and operational excellence. This role isn’t just about managing infrastructure—it's about owning it. You’ll be joining a team that values flexibility, creativity, and exploration. With strong benefits, a people-first culture, and support for work-life balance (like flexible time off and a "Work-Detoured" outdoor travel stipend), this is a career move that offers personal and professional growth.
Required Skills & Experience
· 2+ years in a DevOps or full-time development role
· 2+ years of experience with AWS services (Sagemaker a plus)
· 2+ years of experience with EKS or similar Kubernetes platforms
· 2+ years of experience with GitHub Actions
· Proficiency in programming (Python, Go, or Ruby preferred)
· Experience with Terraform (Terragrunt), Ansible, and Bash
· Strong understanding of infrastructure automation and best practices
· Linux system administration and CLI skills
· Familiarity with Git and version control
· Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience in building reusable automation libraries
· Background in monitoring, alerting, and reporting infrastructure performance
· Familiarity with supporting multi-environment setups (dev/staging/prod)
· Security-first mindset for infrastructure planning and maintenance
· Comfortable advising stakeholders on infrastructure decisions
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· 60% Infrastructure Automation & Management
· 40% Monitoring, Troubleshooting & Collaboration
Daily Responsibilities
· 40% Automating infrastructure deployment and scaling
· 30% Supporting and improving CI/CD pipelines
· 20% Managing alerts, monitoring, and system performance
· 10% Cross-functional planning and infrastructure architecture
The Offer
- Bonus eligible
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Vacation Time
- Stock Options