Echo Global Logistics
We move freight from point A to point B anywhere across the globe.
Chicago, IL
Hybrid

Sr. DevOps Engineer

Sorry, this job was removed at 5:42 a.m. (CST) on Friday, August 27, 2021
Find out who's hiring in Chicago.
See all Developer + Engineer jobs in Chicago
Apply
By clicking Apply Now you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.

At Echo we are committed to help our Associates grow their career. Apply today and grow with Echo!

-

-

Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. As a third-party logistics provider, we simplify transportation management for our clients and carriers, handling crucial tasks so they can focus on what they do best. From coast to coast, dock to dock, and across all major transportation modes, Echo connects businesses that need to ship their products with carriers who transport goods quickly, securely, and cost-effectively.

 

 

Position Overview:

As a DevOps Engineer you will work closely with Echo’s development teams to create automated systems that build, deploy, and manage our applications. You will help the development teams adopt continuous delivery practices by teaching them how to use the tools we provide in a way that works for their project. As technical problems come up, you will partner with developers to find solutions. You will also work other DevOps Engineers to refine and improve the tools we use to drive operational excellence across IT.

 

 

Essential Position Functions

 

You…

  • Have a passion for technology. It’s what you were born to do.
  • Are interested in learning about a wide variety of platforms and technologies
  • Love automation
  • Are a quick learner. You dive right in to the documentation and aren’t afraid to try new things.
  • Have a strong desire to help others and teach them how to use new tools
  • Are organized, but are also comfortable working through unclear requirements
  • Can easily work on projects that span multiple business units with a variety of stakeholders
  • Are able to engage in healthy debate without getting personal

 

We…

  • Value passionate product people, technologists, go-getters who never stop seeking ways to advance existing technology and processes
  • Have a high focus on career development and the runway to get you there
  • Work hard and smart
  • Offer competitive compensation, benefits, 401k, challenging projects, company-wide events, coworkers and leaders who will push you to get better, a sense of community not found elsewhere

 

Responsibilities:

  • Be the ambassador of build and deployment automation by helping development teams learn to get things done more efficiently. Use tools like Jenkins and Chef to as you show them the way.
  • Keep us running like a well-oiled machine by automating labor-intensive processes.
  • Shape the future of IT by defining the tools and best practices that our teams will adopt.
  • Be the hero we need by pitching in to troubleshoot problems and help with maintenance tasks that we haven’t automated yet.
  • Uncomplicate configuration management so our development teams can move fast.
  • Use your scripting-ninja powers for good as you break down barriers for our teams.
  • Turbocharge our applications through performance testing and tuning, from source code to circuits.

 

Position Requirements:

 

Required

  • Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Ruby, Python, Bash, or similar
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including writing technical documentation
  • Basic knowledge of IP networking, VPN's, DNS, load balancing, firewalls, etc.

 

Beneficial Experience:

  • Build, deployment, and orchestration technologies (such as Docker, Kubernetes, Puppet, Chef, Salt, Ansible, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Artifactory, Vagrant)
  • Open source middleware services (such as RabbitMQ, Kafka, Redis, Elasticsearch, Consul)
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming techniques (with .NET, Java, Ruby, or a similar language) throughout the software development lifecycle; including unit testing, debugging, compilation, integration, and deployment
  • Virtualization platforms such as Microsoft Hyper-V or VMWare ESXi
  • Familiarity with administrative tasks on Windows Server and Linux

 

 

Work environment/physical demands summary:

This job operates in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other

office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of

that of an office with an open seating floor plan. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.

 

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.

See More
Apply Now
By clicking Apply Now you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.

What are Echo Global Logistics Perks + Benefits

Echo Global Logistics Benefits Overview

401k with company matching
Medical insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account
Parental leave
Paid time off
Commuter benefits
Employee training programs
Volunteer time off
Pet insurance
Peloton discounts
Employee assistance program
Business resource groups
Diversity, equity and inclusion program

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Chase Corporate Challenge, Chicago Cares
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Mean gender pay gap below 10%
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Recreational clubs
Echo has it's own Softball league in the spring/summer!
Fitness stipend
Gympass!
Onsite gym
River North Gym is in the building
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Continuing education available during work hours

Additional Perks + Benefits

Echo employees are a driven group of professionals who keep goods moving, one shipment at a time. We recognize each employee’s entrepreneurial spirit with a suite of benefits that enable employees to bring their best to work. Whether it's running at the gym, connecting with your colleagues at happy hour, or spending time with your family, we want to make sure employees are satisfied with their Echo lifestyle.

More Jobs at Echo Global Logistics

Apply Now
By clicking Apply Now you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.
Learn more about Echo Global LogisticsFind similar jobs like this