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You would be responsible for the systems design, development, and delivery ArcGIS Image Dedicated services that helps users to host and process imagery at scale. This includes designing flexible, extensible systems that have a great developer experience, fast and reliable performance, and robust operations with high-availability and monitoring. \nResponsibilities\nWork with developers, technical architects, and business analysts to implement and configure enterprise systems and technologies to meet user expectations and business objectives\nManage infrastructure and process workflows various projects on day-today basis\nOperate microservices that support infrastructure, monitoring, and management functions\nManage continuous integration software build systems\nUtilize Docker and Kubernetes to allow dynamic and reliable application development and deployment\nRespond to alerts; troubleshoot problems\nHelp develop and extend Various Imagery Implementation\nIdentify process bottlenecks and implement solutions to address these\nRequirements\n4+ years of experience managing Kubernetes (AKS, EKS, GKE), logging and monitoring (ELK, Prometheus), and container technologies (Docker).\nExperience with CLI tools or backend service development, particularly in Python\nContinuous integration, continuous deployment, Git, Jenkins\nAbility to clearly analyze and describe problems, and propose solutions\nAbility to work closely with software developers, product engineers, and documentation writers to build quality software in a constantly evolving agile environment\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nAbility to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment\nBachelor's degree in computer science or related field\nRecommended Qualifications\nStrong experience working with the following:Various Cloud system (AWS, Azure, Google)\nDocker, Kubernetes\nPython\n\nUnderstanding of large, high performance, highly scalable, highly resilient cloud-based architectures including replication/failover, distributed architectures, caches, auto scaling, rate limiting, and security\nPrior experience with software development and release of commercial software\nThe Company\nAt Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. 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