{"id":1627257,"url":"https://alion.io/job/equinix-devops-engineer","title":"DevOps Engineer","company":{"id":7655,"name":"Equinix","domain":"equinix.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/equinix","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":null,"truth_index":null},"role":"DevOps","role_family":"DevOps","seniority":"staff","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"remote","remote_scope":"stated_countries","remote_scope_basis":"inferred_city","remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"inferred","locations":["Dallas, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":["US"],"hiring_countries_total":1,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":136000,"max_usd":262000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":89},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"AWS","optional":false},{"name":"CI/CD","optional":false},{"name":"GitHub","optional":false},{"name":"GitHub Actions","optional":false},{"name":"Go","optional":false},{"name":"Kubernetes","optional":false},{"name":"Backstage","optional":true},{"name":"CloudFormation","optional":true},{"name":"Kyverno","optional":true},{"name":"Platform Engineering","optional":true},{"name":"Terraform","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-23T19:22:11Z","employer_posted_date":null,"last_verified_at":"2026-09-23T19:22:11Z","board_verified":false,"closed_at":null,"days_open":9,"trust":{"level":"not_scored","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":9},"description":"Who are we?\n\nEquinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.\n\nA place where tech thinkers and future builders turn bold ideas into breakthrough experiences, we welcome your unique perspective.\n\nHelp us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers-because progress starts with fresh ideas. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.\n\nJob Summary\nWe are looking for an experienced Staff Engineer to join a team responsible for maintaining and evolving our Kubernetes-based infrastructure across both on-premises and AWS environments. This is a hands-on, mid-level engineering role with significant ownership and impact on platform reliability and scalability.\n\nYou will work closely with Principal Engineers and internal customers to design, build, and maintain Kubernetes environments tailored to business needs, while ensuring operational excellence of the platform.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nMaintain and operate Kubernetes-based infrastructure across on-prem and AWS environments\nWork with Principal Engineers and internal customers to gather requirements and design Kubernetes-based solutions\nProvision, configure, and manage Kubernetes clusters with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability\nPerform ongoing infrastructure maintenance, including:\n\nOperating System updates and patching\nKubernetes upgrades and lifecycle management\nSupporting software updates across the platform stack\n\nMonitor platform health and proactively improve system stability and efficiency\nTroubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and platform issues\nContribute to automation, tooling, and infrastructure-as-code initiatives\nParticipation in team on-call rotations\n\nQualifications\n\nRequired\n\nSolid hands-on experience with Kubernetes (cluster operations, upgrades, troubleshooting) - RKE1/2, CAPI\nExperience with AWS or similar cloud platforms\nWorking knowledge of Golang and Python\nExperience using GitHub for code and collaboration\nHands-on experience with GitHub Actions for CI/CD and automation\nExperience managing infrastructure maintenance, patching, and upgrades\nAbility to work with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions\nStrong problem-solving skills and a proactive engineering mindset\n\nNice to Have\n\nExperience with hybrid infrastructure (on-prem + cloud)\nFamiliarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)\nExperience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices\nKnowledge of Kubernetes networking, security, and observability tooling\nExperience with Kyverno policies for Kubernetes governance and compliance\nFamiliarity with Backstage (developer portal/platform engineering tooling)\n\nThe targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:\n\nUnited States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 118,000 - 176,000 USD / Annual\n\nOur pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.\n\nThe targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.\n\nEquinix Benefits\n\nAs an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.\n\nEmployee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.\nUS Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.\n\nEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.\n\nEquinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.\n\nWe use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. 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