DevOps Infrastructure Engineer - Expertise in Puppet and Gitlab - Lincoln Financial Group

**Alternate Locations:** Work from Home **Work Arrangement:** Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location. **Relocation assistance:** is not available for this opportunity. **Requisition #:** 73003 **The Role at a Glance** We are seeking a skilled DevOps Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in Puppet module development, GitLab, Artifactory, Atlassian tools (such as Jira and Confluence) and Workload Orchestration tools like Autosys, and Stonebranch. As a member of our dynamic team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and reliability. **What you'll be doing** + Design and develop custom Puppet modules to automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management tasks. + Implement automated deployment pipelines using Puppet, GitLab CI/CD, and other relevant tools to streamline software delivery processes. + Automate routine operational tasks using scripting languages like Bash, Python, or Ruby to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention. + Manage and maintain configuration management systems, including Puppet, to ensure consistency and reliability across our infrastructure. + Collaborate with development teams to integrate CI/CD practices into the software development lifecycle. + Maintain and support version control systems, particularly GitLab, to ensure efficient code management and collaboration. + Configure and manage artifact repositories using Artifactory to store and manage software artifacts and dependencies. + Monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure issues, utilizing monitoring tools and logs to identify and resolve issues proactively. + Automate repetitive tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention. + Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand infrastructure requirements and implement solutions that meet business needs. \#DICE **What we're looking for** **Must Haves:** + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. + Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or similar role, with expertise in Puppet module development, GitLab. + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and CI/CD best practices. + Hands-on experience with configuration management tools such as Puppet and version control systems like GitLab. + Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation tasks. + Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. + Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. + Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps principles. + Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and learn new technologies quickly. **Nice to Haves:** + Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) + Experience with Legacy Application Servers like WebSphere/WebLogic/JBoss/Tomcat and Content Management platforms like Oracle WebCenter Sites + Artifactory + Atlassian stack + Puppet Certified Professional + Gitlab Certification **What's it like to work here?** At Lincoln Financial Group, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. **What's in it for YOU:** + Clearly defined career tracks and levels to help you successfully manage your career + Leadership development and virtual training opportunities + PTO/parental leave + Competitive 401K and employee benefits (https://hrdirectdocs.lfg.com/misc/HR/Recruiting/BenefitsResourcesGuide.pdf) + Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program + Tuition assistance program + A leadership team that prioritizes your health and well-being; offering a remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situations + Effective productivity/technology tools and training **Pay Range:** $77,101 - $143,500 Actual base pay could vary based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln's standard benefits package. **About The Company** Lincoln Financial Group helps people to plan, protect and retire with confidence. As of Dec. 31, 2023, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses - annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services. As of December 31, 2023, the company had $295 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, Pa., Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. Learn more at LincolnFinancial.com. 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Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify. Ver el E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/es) avisos. Lincoln Financial Group ("LFG") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veterans status, or genetic information. Opportunities throughout LFG are available to employees and applicants and are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. We have a drug free work environment and we perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.