Senior Engineer (DevOps) - EXP.O NOW, GT Customer Experience

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors FounderGlobal supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.18,000 trained professionals350+ locations worldwide across 60+ countriesFortune 500Globally unified systemsJob DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and evolution of scalable, secure, and automated cloud platforms that power our enterprise applications and customer-facing systems.This role is ideal for a highly experienced engineer who thrives in complex environments, is passionate about automation and quality, and can partner across engineering, architecture, and product teams to drive modern DevOps practices. You will act as both a technical leader and change agent, improving the way we build, deploy, and operate software at scale.Key ResponsibilitiesDevOps Architecture & Platform EngineeringDesign and implement end-to-end DevOps platforms supporting CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and application deploymentArchitect Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, and PackerBuild and maintain cloud-native solutions in Azure and AWS environmentsDevelop scalable deployment strategies leveraging Kubernetes and containerizationAutomation & CI/CD ExcellenceCreate and optimize fully automated CI/CD pipelines across build, test, and release processesImplement quality gates, automated testing strategies, and deployment validation mechanismsDrive 1-click environment provisioning and repeatable infrastructure deploymentCloud & Infrastructure EngineeringLead cloud architecture design across multi-tenant distributed systemsEnsure systems are secure-by-design, leveraging native cloud security, networking, and monitoring capabilitiesManage cost optimization, performance tuning, and operational scalabilityReliability, Observability & OperationsEstablish monitoring, logging, and telemetry frameworks to support system reliability and performanceImprove operational processes through automation and reduction of manual effortSupport production releases and provide technical leadership during complex deploymentsEngineering Culture & EnablementPartner with development teams to embed DevOps and quality-first principles into the SDLCMentor engineers on cloud, DevOps tooling, CI/CD, and automation best practicesLead adoption of modern engineering practices including Agile, TDD, and continuous deliveryDocument best practices, workflows, and platform standards for enterprise adoptionYou will play a critical role in advancing Expeditors’ engineering capabilities by building modern DevOps platforms, enabling high-quality software delivery, and helping teams operate at scale with confidence and efficiency.This position is on-site and will reside in the greater Seattle, WA. area at one of the following locations depending on availability. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.Downtown SeattleFederal WayLynnwoodBellevue (Factoria)QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS10+ years of experience in software engineering, DevOps, or infrastructure engineeringProven experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps platformsHands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure and/or AWS)Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform strongly preferred)Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, or .NET)Deep understanding of software delivery lifecycle (SDLC) and DevOps principlesStrong problem-solving skills with experience in complex enterprise environmentsDesired QualificationsExperience modernizing legacy systems into cloud-based SaaS platformsBackground in quality engineering, test automation, or SDET practicesExperience with distributed systems, event streaming (e.g., Kafka), or microservices architecturesFamiliarity with observability tools, logging frameworks, and monitoring platformsCloud certifications (e.g., AWS DevOps Engineer, Terraform Associate, Azure Administrator)Experience mentoring teams and driving organizational DevOps transformationApplicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not transfer or sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (such as an H-1B visa) for this opportunity.Additional InformationExpected base salary: $150,000 to $210,000May be eligible for bonus following first year of continuous employment in position.Expeditors offers competitive benefits to all full-time employees including:Paid vacationHolidays (10)Flexible Days (2)Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision CoverageHealth Savings Account (HSA)Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)Commuter BenefitEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Training and Personnel Development ProgramEducational Assistance and ReimbursementPosition is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.