Senior DevOps Engineer

Pontera is a fintech company on a mission to help people retire better. Our software platform enables retirement savers to get the help they need managing their 401(k) and other retirement plan accounts as part of a personalized strategy by their trusted financial advisor.

Pontera is used by financial advisors across the nation– from SMB to Fortune 500 RIA firms, independent broker-dealers, plan custodians, and plan advisors.

Backed by leading venture capital firms including ICONIQ Growth and Lightspeed Venture Partners, Pontera is built by talented individuals who share a dedication to helping people retire with greater security.

Our team is fast-growing and driven to become one of the largest fintech companies in the world. Our culture is built on a people-first principle: in a complex and numbers-driven industry, we never lose sight of the people we serve and work alongside. That’s where you come in.

We are looking for a senior DevOps Engineer with deep expertise in AWS production environments and hands-on experience in designing and managing EKS clusters. This role is ideal for someone passionate about building scalable, high-performance infrastructure and optimizing cloud-native solutions. As a DevOps Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our AWS infrastructure, with a strong focus on Amazon EKS.

Responsibilities

• Design Scalable Solutions: Create infrastructure tailored to our evolving needs, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Manage Cloud Services: Deploy and oversee AWS-based services, including compute, storage, and networking.
• Automate Processes: Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and scripts to streamline deployments and reduce manual tasks.
• Enhance System Resilience: Implement monitoring systems to identify and address issues proactively.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with developers, QA, and security teams to align goals and ensure smooth integration.
• Troubleshoot Issues: Diagnose and resolve technical problems swiftly to minimize disruptions.
• On-Call Support: Respond to urgent production issues, ensuring quick resolutions and minimal downtime.
  
  

• At least 3 years of experience as a DevOps Engineer in SaaS (AWS) environments.
• Solid knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (Kubernetes) is a must.
• Expertise in AWS cloud services, including compute, storage, networking, and security.
• Hands-on experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines and automating workflows.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation tasks.
• Strong understanding of monitoring tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to managing production environments.
  
  

• Impactful Opportunity: Be part of a fast-growing startup that's transforming the FinTech industry and make a significant impact on our products and customers.
• Team Culture: Join a collaborative, collegial, and fun work environment with regular team-building events and a supportive atmosphere.
• Equity Participation: All new hires are eligible for equity grants, ensuring you share in the company’s success.
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of sponsored learning and development programs to enhance your skills and grow your career.
• Work Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and remote work on Sunday and Thursday.