Discover Financial Services

Principal Infrastructure Engineer (DevOps/SRE)

Discover Financial Services

Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

Are you a highly skilled and motivated engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity? If so, Discover Financial Services is seeking a talented Principal Infrastructure Engineer with a focus on DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) to join our dynamic team.In this role, you will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of our critical infrastructure systems, ensuring the highest levels of availability, performance, and scalability. With your expertise in DevOps and SRE principles, you will play a crucial role in driving our company's digital transformation and delivering innovative solutions to our customers.If you are passionate about technology, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a strong track record of success in infrastructure engineering, we want to hear from you! Keep reading to learn more about the qualifications and responsibilities of this exciting opportunity at Discover Financial Services.

  1. Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of critical infrastructure systems for Discover Financial Services.
  2. Ensure high levels of availability, performance, and scalability for all infrastructure systems.
  3. Utilize expertise in DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles to drive the company's digital transformation.
  4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and drive continuous improvement.
  5. Develop and implement best practices, processes, and procedures to optimize infrastructure operations.
  6. Monitor and troubleshoot system issues, providing timely resolution and proactive prevention.
  7. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in infrastructure engineering, making recommendations for implementation as appropriate.
  8. Mentor and train junior engineers, promoting a culture of learning and development within the team.
  9. Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
  10. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing regular updates and status reports on infrastructure systems.
Where is this job?
This job is located at Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Extensive Experience In Devops And Site Reliability Engineering (Sre) Methodologies, With A Minimum Of 8 Years Of Experience In A Similar Role.

  • Strong Knowledge Of Cloud Infrastructure Technologies, Such As Aws, Azure, Or Google Cloud, And Experience With Infrastructure As Code Tools Such As Terraform, Cloudformation, Or Ansible.

  • Proven Track Record Of Designing, Implementing, And Maintaining Highly Available And Scalable Systems In A Fast-Paced Environment.

  • Proficiency In Programming Languages Such As Python, Java, Or Go, And Experience With Ci/Cd Pipelines And Automation Tools Like Jenkins Or Gitlab.

  • Excellent Communication And Leadership Skills, With The Ability To Collaborate Effectively With Cross-Functional Teams And Provide Technical Guidance To Junior Engineers.

Required Skills
  • Project Management

  • Vendor Management

  • Leadership

  • DevOps

  • Scripting

  • Automation

  • Cloud Computing

  • Infrastructure design

  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (Ci/Cd)

  • Site Reliability Engineering (Sre)

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Leadership

  • Time management

  • creativity

  • Organization

  • Critical thinking

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Principal Infrastructure Engineer (DevOps/SRE) in Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA is between $140,000 to $170,000 per year. This salary range may vary depending on the specific job responsibilities, experience level, and company size. Some companies may also offer additional benefits and bonuses.

Additional Information
Discover Financial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedApril 17th, 2024
Apply BeforeJune 9th, 2026
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About Discover Financial Services

Discover Financial Services, Inc. is an American financial services company that owns and operates Discover Bank, which offers checking and savings accounts, personal loans, home equity loans, student loans and credit cards. It also owns and operates the Discover and Pulse networks, and owns Diners Club International.

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