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This engineer should be capable of diving into a wide range of services and identifying systemic issues across architecture, CI/CD flow, and containerization environments. This role requires technical leadership, analytical skill, and cross-team collaboration to drive reliability, scalability, and modernization.\nAbout the Team\nAt Zoom, we’re building the next generation of Cloud and Colocation (Colo) infrastructure that powers seamless communication and collaboration for millions of users worldwide.\nResponsibilities\nLeading deep-dive investigations across diverse services and environments. 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Below is the potential closing date, just in case you want to mark it on your calendar. We look forward to receiving your application!\nAnticipated Position Close Date:\n10/23/26Ways of Working\nOur structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In-Person is indicated in the job description/posting.\nBenefits\nAs part of our award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work-life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. Click Learn for more information.\nAbout Us\nZoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. 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