Staff DevOps Engineer

Software Development

WFA Digital Insight

The demand for skilled DevOps engineers has surged by 25% in the last year, driven by the rapid adoption of cloud technologies. As companies like Crunchyroll continue to scale their digital offerings, the need for experts who can assure seamless infrastructure automation and scalability has never been more pressing. With its strong focus on community and user experience, Crunchyroll stands out as a compelling choice for professionals looking to make a real impact in the digital media landscape. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in cloud reliability, automation, and collaboration, as well as their ability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment. ASSUREDLY, this role requires a deep understanding of what drives the future of anime and digital content.

Job Description

About the Role

The Staff DevOps Engineer role at Crunchyroll is a pivotal position within the Infrastructure Engineering team, focusing on automating and scaling the systems and services that power the company's streaming platform. As a key member of the Cloud Reliability team, you will work closely with development teams to ensure that everything about the infrastructure is automated, and services are highly reliable and scalable. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of anime by driving the technical foundation that enables the delivery of high-quality content to a global audience.

Daily responsibilities will include leading projects related to infrastructure automation, scaling, and CI/CD, as well as collaborating with other engineers to develop tools and systems that support services and facilitate high-quality software delivery. Your expertise in DevOps and cloud infrastructure will be crucial in enabling the development teams to become empowered and effective at delivering on the company's infrastructure goals.

The role's success is measured by the ability to drive projects forward to completion, ensure that platform processes and automation are followed, and contribute to the development of best practices within the team. As a Staff DevOps Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with a talented team of professionals, and contribute to the growth and success of Crunchyroll.

What You Will Do

Lead projects focused on infrastructure automation, scaling, and CI/CD, driving them forward to completion.
Collaborate with development teams to enable them to become self-service and effective at delivering on infrastructure.
Develop tools and systems that support services and facilitate high-quality software delivery.
Ensure that platform processes, automation, and best practices are being followed.
Contribute to the development of best practices within the Cloud Reliability team.
Work with other engineers to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
Participate in the design and implementation of new infrastructure and services.
Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure and services.
Engage directly with development teams to help them become empowered and effective at delivering on infrastructure.

What We Are Looking For

5+ years of experience in a DevOps or similar engineering role, preferably in a cloud-based environment.
Strong expertise in cloud infrastructure, automation, and scalability.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and agile development methodologies.
Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Python, Java, or C++.
Experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, and load balancing.
Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.

Nice to Have

Experience with cloud providers such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Knowledge of security best practices and experience with implementing security measures in a cloud environment.
Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
Certification in DevOps or a related field.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive compensation package.
Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous PTO policy and paid holidays.
Remote work stipend and home office setup support.
Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships.
Access to the latest tools and technologies in the industry.

How to Stand Out

Tailor your portfolio: Highlight your experience with cloud infrastructure, automation, and scalability, and be prepared to provide specific examples of your work.
Develop a strong understanding of DevOps principles: Study the latest trends and best practices in DevOps, and be prepared to discuss your experience with CI/CD pipelines and agile development methodologies.
Practice your coding skills: Brush up on your programming skills, particularly in languages such as Python, Java, or C++, and be prepared to complete coding challenges as part of the interview process.
Prepare to talk about your experience with cloud providers: Be ready to discuss your experience with cloud providers such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, and highlight your knowledge of security best practices in a cloud environment.
Showcase your collaboration skills: Emphasize your ability to work effectively in a remote team environment, and provide examples of successful collaborations with development teams in the past.
Be prepared to discuss your approach to problem-solving: Share your approach to troubleshooting complex technical issues, and highlight your experience with monitoring and logging tools.
Research the company culture: Learn about Crunchyroll's values and mission, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's goals and objectives.

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