Location: While this role is open to remote candidates across the United States, team members located within 40 miles of our Scottsdale headquarters (9451 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256) are expected to work onsite four days per week to support collaboration, speed, and execution. Specific scheduling and flexibility will be guided by your leader to support both team collaboration and individual productivity.

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The Staff DevOps Engineer is responsible for the building, maintenance, administration, programming and automation of cloud infrastructure. The role creates new tools and workflows as well as using and updating existing systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working in tandem with the Engineering team to identify and implement optimal cloud-based solutions for the company
• Managing cloud environments in accordance with security guidelines
• Educating teams on the implementation of new cloud-based initiatives and providing relevant training
• Staying current with industry trends and making recommendations to help the company excel
• Promoting and training best practices with software development teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years of software development or DevOps experience
• AWS/GCP Solutions Architect, Cloud Security, OpenStack Administrator and/or other cloud-related certification(s) required
• Expert level experience with cloud container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, GKE/ECS or related is required.
• CI/CD and related experience with Jenkins, Github, Nexus, or similar technologies is required.
• Experience implementing middleware technologies like Kafka, Redis, RabbitMQ and NGINX.
• Strong software engineering experience including client/server web development (HTML, JavaScript, Java), server administration, programming and automation.
• Working knowledge of relational and non-relational databases.
• Experience with application performance monitoring and logging tools like Datadog, Splunk, ELK.
• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP and distributed networks.
• Extensive experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering.

Competencies:

• Ability to excel both individually and as a team player in a fast paced, self-directed, constantly evolving environment.
• Ability to focus on key priorities, plan, organize, schedule and execute on tasks and projects in an efficient and productive manner.
• Ability to scope out what is needed for each assignment or activity, identify and make use of people, resources and tools that can be leveraged.
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines while delivering high quality results.
• Demonstrate good judgment in solving problems, identifying problems in advance, and proposing solutions.
• Highly organized, detail oriented, adaptable and quick-thinking with a proactive approach, an enterprise focus, an understanding of shifting business needs and the ability to change priorities with ease.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate knowledgeably and effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple channels of communication simultaneously such as phone, email, tickets and chat.

So, Why Nextiva?

Our people do amazing things to help businesses solve their toughest challenges. Really, they do. We simplify the way businesses communicate, creating innovative and affordable solutions for businesses of all sizes. We acquired our first customer in 2008 and today thousands use our tools and platform. Talented team members around the globe embrace Amazing Service – this culture of Amazing Service extends to how we treat both our customers and one another. We are passionate about Nextiva’s unique culture and are looking for like-minded individuals that share our values and vision.

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Nextiva DNA (Core Competencies)

Nextiva’s most successful team members share common traits and behaviors:

• Drives Results: Action-oriented problem solvers who quickly bring clarity and simplicity to ambiguity, challenge the status quo, and lead meaningful change; celebrating wins to fuel momentum. They act swiftly and pragmatically, learning and improving as they go.
• Critical Thinker: Data-driven, forward-thinking individuals who identify key drivers, anticipate risks, and deliver clear recommendations. They confidently leverage AI and automation to reduce friction, improve decision-making, and focus on higher-value work.
• Right Attitude: Collaborative, competitive, and resilient team players who jump in to solve tough problems, learn from setbacks, and foster a culture of service, respect, and care for customers and teammates.

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Total Rewards

Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to allow Nexties to take care of themselves and their families so they can be their best, in and out of the office.

Our compensation packages are tailored to each role and candidate's qualifications. We consider a wide range of factors, including skills, experience, training, and certifications, when determining compensation. We aim to offer competitive salaries or wages that reflect the value you bring to our team. Depending on the position, compensation may include base salary and/or hourly wages, incentives, or bonuses.

The expected hiring range is 110,000 - $175,000. A different level in the job hierarchy may apply to a specific candidate, resulting in a different hiring range.

• 🍏 Health: Multiple health plan options to suit your needs, including medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine coverage
• 💼 Insurance: Life, disability, and supplemental indemnity plans
• ⚖️ Work-Life Balance: Flexible Time Off for salaried employees, PTO for hourly employees, Paid Sick Time, Paid Parental Bonding Leave, and holiday pay
• 💰 Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Accounts with company contributions, Dependent Care FSA
• 🤸‍ Wellness: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and comprehensive wellness initiatives
• 🌱 Growth: Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities and career advancement

At Nextiva, we're committed to supporting our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth. Join us and build a rewarding career!

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Nextiva is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Nextiva participates in the E-Verify Program where and as required by law. For additional information about E-Verify visit USCIS.

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