Devops Engineer • Staff

Who you are

You have extensive experience as a Staff DevOps Engineer, with a strong background in enterprise-scale AWS networking and edge infrastructure. Your expertise in platform transformation will be crucial as you lead strategic initiatives to modernize and automate OpenSesame's infrastructure. You understand the importance of scalability, security, and reliability in cloud environments, and you are passionate about embedding intelligent automation into workflows.

You thrive in collaborative environments, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive greater intelligence and resilience across platforms. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly will help you influence and guide your colleagues in adopting best practices in automation and infrastructure management. You are proactive in exploring how AI and intelligent automation can enhance operational efficiency and developer enablement.

You are committed to continuous learning and improvement, always seeking to stay ahead of industry trends and technologies. You understand the challenges of managing cloud infrastructure at scale and are adept at implementing solutions that address these challenges effectively. Your leadership skills enable you to mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of growth and innovation within the team.

Desirable

Experience with intelligent automation tools and practices will be a plus, as will familiarity with modern CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code methodologies. You may also have experience in security best practices for cloud environments, ensuring that systems are not only efficient but also secure.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead the DevOps team at OpenSesame, focusing on designing, building, and operating the automation and cloud infrastructure that powers our global learning platform. You will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives that modernize our infrastructure, enhancing scalability and reliability. Your work will involve collaborating with engineering teams to embed automation and intelligent systems into our workflows, ensuring that every engineer at OpenSesame can deliver faster and more confidently.

You will take charge of implementing best practices for cloud infrastructure management, including monitoring, incident response, and capacity planning. Your expertise in AWS will be critical as you optimize our cloud resources and ensure that our systems can handle the demands of a growing user base. You will also play a key role in shaping how AI and intelligent automation are explored and applied throughout the organization, helping to create smarter systems that improve overall performance.

What we offer

At OpenSesame, we value your security and well-being, and we are committed to providing a supportive work environment. As part of our remote U.S.-based team, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to a mission-driven company that is transforming workforce development. We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that you can continue to develop your skills and advance your career.

Join us in making a difference in workforce development through innovative technology and a commitment to excellence. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective and skills could be just what we need to drive our mission forward.