As a Sr. Devops Engineer II, you’ll build, enhance, and support enterprise-scale Drupal platforms that deliver critical digital content and services to millions of users. You'll develop custom Drupal functionality, APIs, and automated deployment pipelines while helping modernize cloud-native infrastructure to improve platform performance, security, reliability, and user experience.
We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!
What you’ll do:
- Design, develop, and maintain custom Drupal modules, integrations, and content models using modern Drupal engineering practices.
- Build and support headless CMS capabilities using JSON:API to deliver content to downstream applications and digital experiences.
- Develop automated testing, deployment, and CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable and secure software releases.
- Collaborate with DevOps and platform teams to deploy and operate Drupal applications in containerized cloud environments.
- Perform application updates, security patching, performance tuning, and ongoing platform maintenance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application, integration, and production issues to maintain system stability and availability.
- Contribute to platform modernization initiatives, including cloud-native architectures, infrastructure improvements, and Drupal version upgrades.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable, user-centered technical solutions.
- Participate in code reviews and engineering best practices to ensure high-quality, maintainable software.
- Document technical designs, implementation approaches, and operational procedures to support long-term platform sustainability.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- 10+ years of Drupal development with strong production experience
- Demonstrated experience with with modern Drupal custom engineering practices
- Experience running Drupal in a containerized environment (Docker)
- Comfort with Kubernetes at an operational level (reading manifests, coordinating with a platform team on deployments)
- Experience with CI/CD as it applies to Drupal: automated config import, drush deploy patterns, database update hooks, cache strategy on deploy
- Ability to write PHPUnit and Functional tests for custom Drupal code and knowledge of efficient testing strategies
- Demonstrated experience with Drupal as a headless CMS serving content via JSON:API
- Understanding of entity normalization, resource types, includes, and filtering patterns in JSON:API
- Ability to write PHPUnit and Functional tests for custom Drupal code and knowledge of efficient testing strategies
- This position requires U.S. Citizenship
SALARY RANGE: $147,000 - $170,000
The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
- The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
- The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
- Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
- This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:
- Performance-based bonuses
- Company-paid training and/or certifications
- Referral bonuses
To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page: https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.
Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.
Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
What we want you to know:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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