Principal DevOps Engineer - Data Platform Expert for Aetna's Cutting-Edge Healthcare Technology Team

Transforming Healthcare through Innovative Technology

At CVS Wellbeing, a leading medical care development organization and parent company of Aetna, we're on a mission to revolutionize the healthcare industry. As a Fortune 6 healthcare pioneer, we're committed to providing people, managers, healthcare experts, and others with innovative benefits, products, and services. Our work has a profound impact on the lives of millions, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for driving meaningful change.

About the Role

We're looking for a highly skilled Principal DevOps Engineer to join our team as a Technical Subject Matter Expert/Individual Contributor. As a leader in DevOps, you'll drive organizational transformation by developing and implementing cutting-edge tooling, practices, and culture. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping our enterprise-wide requirements and ensuring the adoption of best practices, including visibility, scalability, availability, security, and cost performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead DevOps strategy, covering design, development of tools, practices, and culture.


• Establish and enforce DevOps best practices, including version control, code review, automated testing, and deployment techniques.


• Design and manage infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar, to provision and manage resources across cloud environments.


• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, CircleCI, or similar, ensuring fast and reliable application deployment.


• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure teams adhere to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.


• Monitor and analyze DevOps pipelines and practices, identifying areas for improvement, optimization, and automation to enhance launch/rollback consistency and accuracy.


• Stay up-to-date with emerging data technologies, trends, and best practices, and make recommendations for their adoption within the organization's DevOps environment.


• Coach and provide technical guidance to junior colleagues, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Essential Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.


• Experience working in open cloud environments, preferably GCP, Azure, or AWS, and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).


• Proficiency in infrastructure as code concepts and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for automating resource provisioning and configuration.


• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipeline tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI) and version control systems (e.g., Git).


• Strong scripting skills in languages like Python, Bash, or similar.


• Solid problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex DevOps platform issues and provide effective solutions.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

While not essential, the following skills and experience will be a significant advantage:

• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, Cloud Logging Solutions) to ensure application performance and system health.


• Understanding of security best practices in DevOps, including experience with vulnerability scanning, compliance frameworks, and secure deployment practices.


• Experience with Generative AI and/or GitLab.


• Leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding junior engineers.

What We Offer

As a member of our team, you'll enjoy:

• A competitive hourly rate of $26.


• Opportunities for career growth and professional development in a dynamic and innovative industry.


• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes a culture of continuous learning.


• A range of benefits and perks, including access to cutting-edge technology, flexible work arrangements, and more.

Why Join Us?

At Aetna, we're passionate about transforming the healthcare industry through innovative technology. As a Principal DevOps Engineer, you'll play a critical role in shaping our DevOps strategy and driving organizational transformation. If you're a talented and experienced technical leader looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Join our team and be part of a company that's committed to making a positive impact on the lives of millions. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career with Aetna.

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