Automation Solutions Engineer

At Bitfocus, our workforce is the cornerstone of our achievements as a leading software enterprise. We are a collective of skilled, dedicated professionals who are committed to the goal of eradicating homelessness. We aim to embody our core principles and nurture a culture of respect, teamwork, and inclusivity. We continuously seek opportunities to enhance our foundation at all levels within Bitfocus.

We also value enjoyment and strive to create a positive atmosphere where employees can express their authentic selves at work. We acknowledge that each individual contributes unique viewpoints, experiences, and strengths. Our focus is on supporting and developing our employees to deliver an exceptional experience to our clients and ultimately assist communities in utilizing data to address their most pressing social issues.

We invite you to consider bringing your expertise and enthusiasm to help us in our mission to end homelessness.

We are in search of a highly driven and skilled Automation Solutions Engineer to become a vital member of our Tools & Automation team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the Tools & Automation team at Bitfocus, responsible for designing, constructing, and sustaining solutions that improve our engineering workflows. Collaborating closely with stakeholders and team members, the engineer will concentrate on developing tools for reproducible testing environments, creating automated testing frameworks, and establishing a robust CI/CD pipeline. This position is perfect for an engineer who is proactive, innovative, and passionate about delivering top-notch solutions. The engineer should thrive in a dynamic setting and possess strong communication skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Compensation: We are dedicated to offering competitive salaries and benefits that align with industry benchmarks. We carefully evaluate several factors when determining compensation, including skills, qualifications, and professional experience, which may lead to variations in your compensation. This role has an annual targeted total compensation range of $80,000 - $120,000, which includes eligibility for variable compensation (bonus).

(Most candidates typically start in the lower half of the range to allow for growth, learning, and development; we negotiate actual salaries with final candidates based on their experience in similar roles and expertise related to qualifications).

The Tools & Automation Team at Bitfocus is committed to enhancing our engineering capabilities by developing innovative solutions that streamline and automate processes. Our mission is to drive efficiency within the engineering department, enabling our teams to deliver high-quality software that supports our objective of addressing homelessness. By designing and implementing tools that optimize workflows and facilitate continuous integration and deployment, we empower our engineers to work more effectively.

Our team collaborates closely with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to create solutions that meet the evolving needs of Bitfocus. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

• Design and Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop software solutions that fulfill business requirements, utilizing agile methodologies and best practices.
• Architecture: Contribute significantly to the development of software architecture, ensuring alignment with business objectives, scalability, and adherence to performance and security standards.
• Project Management: Oversee and prioritize tasks and deliverables, ensuring timely and budget-compliant project completion.
• Technical Documentation: Create technical documentation, including detailed specifications and user manuals, to ensure maintainable and well-documented code.
• Code Quality: Uphold code quality standards through code reviews, testing, and adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Maintenance and Support: Maintain and support existing software solutions, including troubleshooting, bug fixing, and deploying updates and patches.
• Security and Compliance: Ensure all software solutions comply with security and regulatory requirements, including data privacy and industry standards.
• Communication and Collaboration: Effectively communicate with stakeholders, including management, team members, and external partners, and collaborate efficiently with offshore teams and third-party vendors.

• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in programming with Python, with additional languages being advantageous. Strong understanding of software development fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Cloud Platforms: Experienced with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, and familiar with cloud-native development practices.
• CI/CD Tools: Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and automated testing frameworks, including the design, development, and maintenance of tools and frameworks for reproducible testing environments.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving abilities with a capacity to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies and challenges.
• Communication: Strong communication skills that facilitate effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a remote environment.
• Independence and Proactivity: Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and drive continuous improvement in engineering workflows.
• Industry Awareness: Up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to ensure tools and processes remain cutting-edge.
• Infrastructure as Code (Preferred): Knowledge of IaC tools like Terraform or CloudFormation for automating infrastructure management.
• Containerization Technologies (Preferred): Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes for efficient application deployment and scaling.
• Modern Development Practices (Preferred): Familiarity with DevOps and Agile methodologies to enhance team productivity and delivery.
• Internal Platform Development (Preferred): Experience in building developer tools or internal platforms to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to leveraging technology for social good and making a positive difference in the world.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment: Work alongside a talented and diverse team of professionals passionate about innovation and creating impactful solutions.
• A unique, friendly, and caring culture: Experience a supportive workplace as shared by our employees.
• Fully remote/virtual environment: Enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere.
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, with employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Account options: Including Dependent Care and Health Savings Accounts.
• Employer-sponsored life insurance and 401K retirement plan: With a 4% match.
• Home Office Stipend: One-time $500 to set up your workspace.
• Monthly allowance: $75 towards internet and phone expenses.
• Paid parental leave: 100% for 12 weeks for all parents.
• Home office equipment: Apple Macbook provided for your remote workspace.