Sr. Automation Engineer
Chevy Chase, MD

Job Description

Would you like to be part of our innovative team? If so, read on!

GEICO IT DevOps has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Automation Engineer interested in designing, building and supporting automated solutions that help our dynamic DevOps organization deliver infrastructure as a code.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

As a DevOps Sr. Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for building, managing and supporting various components and services offered in Azure through Azure automation in a high-availability cloud environment. You will also be responsible for architecting, designing, developing and maintaining software that supports 100% automation.

The ideal candidate must be proactive, assume responsibility and provide long-term solution for the problems that can easily be extended to the organization. You should be able to support large-scale Systems in azure in a 24X7 production support environments.

Ready to make an impact? If so, do you meet these qualifications?

Candidate Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent is required. Master Degree is preferred.
* A good understanding of the full software life cycle, including requirements, design, development, testing, and maintenance.
* Design, develop, support and deploy Azure application solutions
* Define and document the design of functionality using use cases, process workflow and UML modeling as necessary.
* Ability to work in an agile environment.
* Be proactive about learning new technology and Research and Development.
* 7+ years of Software Development hands-on experience using ASP .NET MVC, C#, HTML/CSS/ Javascript, SQL Server, hosting application using Azure ecosystem.
* Proficiency with MS Team Foundation Server, VSTS and Visual Studio 2013, 2015.
* Good understanding of REST, the HTTP protocol and JSON/XML.
* Experience with the Azure portal, Azure PowerShell, ARM templates, and technologies is required. Automation of infrastructure services on Azure is preferred.
* Background on scripting using Azure power shell is required.
* Azure Certification is a PLUS. Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) certification. Any of the 70-4xx or 70-5xx (Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions, implementing MS Azure Infrastructure Solutions, Microsoft Architecting Azure Solutions)
* Excellent written and verbal communication is desired. Prior experience in supporting multiple databases applications across the organization is preferred.

Salary Information:

Salary range $106K-$135K

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About GEICO

For more than 75 years, GEICO has stood out from the rest of the insurance industry! We are one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing auto insurers thanks to our low rates, outstanding service and clever marketing. We're an industry leader employing thousands of dedicated and hard-working associates. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, we offer associates training and career advancement in a financially stable and rewarding workplace.

Our associates' quality of life is important to us. Full-time GEICO associates are offered a comprehensive Total Rewards Program*, including:

* 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
* Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
* Paid vacation, holidays and leave programs
* Tuition reimbursement
* Associate assistance program
* Flexible spending accounts
* Business casual dress
* Fitness and dining facilities (at most locations)
* Associate clubs and sports teams
* Volunteer opportunities
* GEICO Federal Credit Union
* Benefit offerings for positions other than full-time may vary.

GEICO is an equal opportunity employer. GEICO conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.

How to Apply

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