Distinguished Engineer, Engineering - Multi-Cloud Infrastructure as Code

Position Summary :

Become a driving force in GEICO's technological transformation! We seek a Distinguished Engineer to spearhead the development and implementation of a multi-cloud Infrastructure as Code (IaC) strategy for our hybrid cloud environment.

You will play a pivotal role in building a robust, automated, and scalable infrastructure that seamlessly integrates public and private cloud resources, empowering GEICO to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

This job might be for you if :

• You are passionate about IaC and its potential to revolutionize infrastructure management.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy tackling complex technical challenges.
• You are excited by the opportunity to build and shape the future of GEICO's cloud infrastructure.
• You are a champion of open-source technologies and believe in contributing to the community.
• You are eager to mentor and guide other engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
• You are motivated by the prospect of playing a key role in transforming GEICO into a modern, cloud-native organization.

Responsibilities :

• Architect and implement a cloud-agnostic IaC framework using tools like Terraform, Ansible, Pulumi, or similar, ensuring seamless integration across AWS, Azure, GCP, and our private cloud within our on-premises data centers.
• Develop and champion IaC best practices, including modular design, version control, automated testing, and security considerations, fostering a culture of quality and efficiency.
• Orchestrate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management through CI / CD pipelines, promoting automation and self-service capabilities for accelerated development and deployment cycles.
• Collaborate closely with security, operations, development, networking, SD-WAN, and data center engineering teams to ensure smooth integration of IaC solutions with existing infrastructure and processes.
• Partner with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) to implement monitoring, alerting, and automation for infrastructure reliability, scalability, and cost-efficiency, contributing to a highly available and performant hybrid cloud environment.
• Champion IaC adoption across the organization, providing training and support to engineers, while continuously evaluating and integrating emerging IaC technologies to maintain GEICO's technological edge.
• Contribute to the open-source IaC community and promote GEICO's thought leadership in cloud infrastructure automation.

Technical Skills :

Expert-level IaC skills : Deep understanding and extensive experience with Terraform, Ansible, or similar tools, including advanced features and module development.

Experience in custom IaC provider design and implementation strategy as a preferred skill.

• Programming Skills : Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Go or Python for scripting, automation, and tooling development.
• Linux OS Fundamentals : Understanding of Linux operating systems, system administration, shell scripting, and package management.
• Multi-cloud expertise : Proven ability to design and manage infrastructure across AWS, Azure, GCP, and private cloud environments, understanding the nuances of each platform.
• Hybrid cloud architecture : Solid grasp of hybrid cloud networking, security, and data management challenges, with the ability to design and implement solutions that address these complexities.
• CI / CD and automation : Experience building and optimizing CI / CD pipelines for infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and automated testing.
• Security and compliance : Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and experience integrating security controls and compliance checks into IaC.
• Containerization and orchestration : Familiarity with container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and their integration with IaC tools.
• Networking and data center technologies : Understanding of data center infrastructure, networking concepts (VPC, VPN, SD-WAN), and hardware provisioning.
• SRE principles and practices : Familiarity with SRE concepts like SLOs, SLIs, error budgets, and experience with tools for monitoring, alerting, and incident response.

Experience :

• 12+ years of professional experience in infrastructure engineering, DevOps, or related fields.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience designing, building, and managing infrastructure using IaC tools and methodologies.
• 6+ years of experience working with public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and private cloud technologies (OpenStack, VMware).
• 4+ years of experience leading and mentoring technical teams.
• Proven track record of successful IaC implementations in complex enterprise environments.

Our Values :

We are driven by a commitment to deliver reliable, scalable, efficient cloud-native infrastructure. We believe in fostering a blameless culture that prioritizes clear requirements, autonomy, and continuous learning. Our core values include :

Customer Obsession : We are dedicated to serving the needs of the business and our engineering partners, focusing on solutions that are efficient, secure, and reliable.

Transparency, Inclusivity, and Candor : We foster open and honest communication, valuing diverse perspectives and direct feedback delivered with care.

We believe everyone's voice matters and encourage collaboration while maintaining a decisive approach.

Diversity & Inclusion : We believe in fostering a culture where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and contribute their best work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and provides equal opportunities for all.

Continuous Development : We champion a culture of learning and growth, fueled by intellectual curiosity. We embrace challenges, experiment with new approaches, and view failures as opportunities to learn and improve.

Annual Salary

$120,000.00 - $300,500.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate / annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate.

Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Benefits :

As an Associate, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including :

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures
• Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and / or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company.

This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability.

We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.