Job Description:
• Maintain and extend Ceramic, the internal image build platform, including feature development, bug fixes, and upstream-tooling integrations
• Design, build, and maintain automated golden image pipelines focused on Linux and extending to macOS and Windows
• Compile and package software from source for internal framework and compatibility requirements
• Write Python tooling and automation for image builds, validation, drift detection, and regression testing
• Author and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Ansible, Packer, and Terraform for image configuration, provisioning, and compliance hardening
• Integrate image build pipelines with Jenkins and GitLab CI, and publish artifacts via Artifactory
• Manage image lifecycle across the CI/CD fleet, including provisioning, deployment, and decommissioning
• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure images meet security standards and pass automated scanning
• Respond to and resolve image-related production issues across the CI/CD fleet
• Partner with product engineering teams to evaluate and onboard new toolchain requirements
• Contribute to documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer within the team
Requirements:
• US Citizen or Green Card holder
• Strong Linux systems engineering experience at scale, including low-level knowledge of the build toolchain, package management, shared libraries, and compiling software from source
• Python proficiency; Python is the first choice for automation, tooling, and scripts
• Software development experience owning and extending an internal platform or service
• Experience with Ansible, Packer, and Terraform
• Experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and/or GitLab CI
• Experience with artifact management tools; Artifactory preferred
• Understanding of virtualization concepts and experience with VMware, KVM, or similar hypervisors
• Familiarity with macOS and Windows system administration in a CI/CD or build environment
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills across OS, network, and application layers
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes
• Familiarity with macOS MDM, DEP, or Apple Business Manager
• Kubernetes experience, on-prem preferred
• Background in security hardening, including CIS benchmarks, STIG, or Falcon sensor management
• Prior work in a large-scale CI/CD or build infrastructure environment
• 4+ years of experience in a software or infrastructure engineering environment
• Must be able to participate in an on-call rotation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively across a distributed team in multiple time zones
• Meticulous attention to detail and sound judgment in a fast-moving environment
• Security mindset with a general understanding of cybersecurity principles
Benefits:
• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
• Paid parental and adoption leaves
• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Bonuses
• Equity grants