Senior DevOps Engineer – Kubernetes, Cloud, Linux, Automation
Job Type: Full-time – This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Work Location: Frisco, TX, Minneapolis, MN, Canada or US Remote
ABOUT US
Sentient Energy, a subsidiary of Accurant International, is a leader in intelligent line sensing, data analytics, optimization, and control solutions for electric grids. Sentient Energy’s advanced hardware and software systems empower utilities to make informed, data-driven decisions to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient power delivery. With the industry’s only comprehensive Grid Analytics System, which covers both underground and overhead distribution networks, Sentient Energy provides the most flexible communication options available. The company leads the global market, deploying the largest network of line sensors across North America to deliver real-time data for predictive insights and strategic grid management.
Sentient Energy’s Grid Edge Control solutions help utilities manage demand and reduce losses at the grid’s edge through techniques such as Volt-VAR optimization, conservation voltage reduction, and peak demand reduction. For further information, visit www.sentientenergy.com or follow Sentient Energy on LinkedIn.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Sentient Energy is looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer. The selected candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable infrastructure and automation pipelines that support the development and deployment of software solutions. This includes supporting on-prem and cloud environments and collaborating with development and operations teams to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient delivery of applications. The Senior DevOps Engineer will also define best practices for CI/CD, configuration management, and infrastructure as code, while overseeing system reliability and operational excellence throughout the software life cycle.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead cloud automation and DevOps modernization
- Challenging projects across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments.
- Collaborative, engineering-focused culture with technical ownership.
- Flexible work environment and continuous learning in cloud-native technologies
JOB SUMMARY
- Administer and optimize Linux-based systems in cloud and on-prem environments.
- Automate end-to-end deployment workflows for applications and infrastructure.
- Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
- Deploy and maintain Kubernetes clusters (EKS, AKS), managing: Namespace isolation, resource quotas, and network policies
- Helm-based service deployments
- Cluster scaling and lifecycle management
- Implement observability solutions using Prometheus, Grafana, and Loki.
- Architect and automate cloud-agnostic infrastructure using IaC tools.
- Manage services across AWS (EC2, EKS, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch) and Azure (AKS, VMs, Blob, Monitor).
- Enforce cloud and infrastructure security best practices, including vulnerability identification and patch automation.
- Troubleshoot issues spanning networking, Kubernetes, and distributed systems.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- 3+ years in Linux system administration with automation expertise.
- Proven experience automating application and infrastructure deployments.
- Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or equivalent.
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (EKS, AKS) in production environments.
- Deep understanding of AWS and Azure core services.
- Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Helm, Terraform, Crossplane, or Ansible).
- Solid grasp of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls).
- Experience integrating automated deployments into CI/CD pipelines.
- Awareness of DevSecOps and proactive infrastructure security practices.
What Will Put You Ahead?
- Experience with multi-tenant and hybrid cloud setups
- Familiarity with advanced troubleshooting of distributed systems.
- Knowledge of event-driven architectures or microservices deployment.
CULTURE AND TOTAL REWARDS
Sentient Energy, Inc. offers full-time employees a significant Total Rewards Package, including:
- Medical insurance plan options and other standard employee benefits, including dental insurance, vision benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, and more!
- 401(k) Plan (plus company match)
- Paid time off – including holidays and vacation.
- Above all, a company culture that prioritizes the growth of its employees technically, professionally, and financially.
It is the policy of Sentient Energy, Inc. not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
