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Junior Software DevOps Engineer

Diesel Laptops

Diesel Laptops

Software Engineering
Irmo, SC, USA
Posted on Aug 11, 2025
Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Junior Software DevOps Engineer to support the development, deployment, and maintenance of scalable cloud infrastructure and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of DevOps principles and a willingness to learn from a team of experienced engineers while contributing to real-time vehicle diagnostics and predictive maintenance technology.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with building, maintaining, and improving CI/CD pipelines using modern DevOps tools and best practices
  • Support the deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure code is delivered reliably, securely, and efficiently
  • Write and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using tools like Pulumi, Terraform, or similar
  • Participate in code reviews, stand-ups, and sprint planning meetings
  • Monitor application and system performance, responding to incidents and troubleshooting issues as needed
  • Maintain documentation for infrastructure and deployment processes

Why Join Us

  • Work on innovative projects that have real-world impact
  • Join a collaborative team focused on technical excellence and mentorship
  • Access to modern DevOps tools and cloud environments
  • Remote flexibility with a fast-growing company

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 1-3 years of experience in a DevOps, SRE, or Infrastructure Support role (internships count)
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration tools
  • Experience working with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar
  • Foundational scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and infrastructure monitoring tools
  • Eagerness to learn and grow in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Core Technologies Used

  • Docker, Kubernetes, Helm
  • Pulumi or Terraform
  • GitHub Actions (CI/CD)
  • AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • PostgreSQL, Kafka, and distributed data platforms (exposure helpful but not required)