Who we are:

We are a water-focused engineering consulting firm, certified as a Great Place to Work® based on feedback from our community of over 230 team members. We ranked top three in the AEC Advisors 2021 and 2022 Diversity Index Top Firms and were recognized as one of Fortune’s® Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services in 2023. Since 1990, our mission has been to be the water firm of choice for both our clients and our team. Over the years we have built upon that mission and now integrate a host of high-quality services in groundwater, water supply, water and wastewater treatment, water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater, recycled water, construction management, and operations technology from our multiple locations in the west. As a team, we work with our clients to understand their true needs. Our long-term relationships are based on integrity, partnership, and high-value solutions. In 2024 and beyond, West Yost is advancing water resources for future generations and living our core values every day.

Compensation range: $90,000 to $116,605. Based on our Davis, CA office location. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions).

LOCATION: Davis, CA (this will be on-site 5 days a week starting out, with an opportunity for remote work in the future)

(https://www.westyost.com/locations/ ).

Standard benefits:

We provide a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family, and your way of life. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health saving accounts (with West Yost contribution), paid vacation, paid sick leave and holidays, two employee assistance programs, travel assistance program, 401(k) profit sharing with employer match, leaves of absence with additional supplemental paid time off, parental leave, life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and even pet insurance.

DevOps Systems Engineer

Position:

This hybrid role requires a balance of hands-on technical expertise in system management and the ability to leverage DevOps principles for automation and integration. As a System Administrator and DevOps API Integrator at our medium-sized civil engineering firm, you will be pivotal in maintaining a robust IT infrastructure, primarily running on Windows with some Linux systems. Your responsibilities include server management, performance optimization, and API integration to facilitate seamless communication between diverse software applications. In this role, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that infrastructure and automation strategies align with business objectives and drive overall efficiency. Your contributions will be crucial in fostering a cohesive and effective IT environment.

Responsibilities:

System Administration:

Infrastructure Management: Manage and maintain servers, storage, and network resources. This includes configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting hardware and software.
User Management: Handle user accounts, permissions, and security policies to ensure proper access and protection of systems.
Performance Tuning: Monitor system performance, conduct regular health checks, and optimize system configurations to ensure high availability and reliability.
Patch Management: Apply updates, patches, and upgrades to operating systems and software to keep systems secure and up-to-date.
Backup and Recovery: Assist with backup solutions management, as well as data recovered when required.
VDI Systems Performance Management: Monitor VDI performance and troubleshoot issues related to latency, connectivity, and resource utilization.

DevOps API Development/Integration:

API Development: Design, develop, and maintain APIs for automating system tasks, integration with other tools, and enhancing operational workflows.
API Integration: Integrate third-party services and tools into existing infrastructure using APIs to extend functionality and improve efficiency.
Automation Scripting: Write and maintain scripts (using languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell, etc.) to automate routine tasks and system management functions.
Monitoring and Logging: Implement and configure monitoring and logging solutions to track system performance and API usage, ensuring quick identification and resolution of issues.

Collaboration and Support:

Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with upper-management, functional teams, and other IT professions to ensure smooth deployment and integration of applications.
Incident Response: Participate in incident response and troubleshooting activities to resolve issues and minimize downtime.
Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, API specifications, and operational procedures.

Skills and Qualifications:

Technical Skills: Proficiency in system administration (Windows/Linux), scripting languages (Python, Bash, or PowerShell, etc.), and experience with API development (REST, SOAP).
DevOps Tools: Experience with DevOps tools and platforms.
Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with cloud services (AWS/Azure) and their respective APIs a plus.
Security Best Practices: Understanding of security principles and practices, including access controls and encryption.
Problem-solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to address system and integration issues.

Experience:

Experience Level: 7 - 10 years of experience in system administration, with hands-on experience in DevOps practices and API development/integration.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

*This position may require travel to other offices and/or client offices. Applicant must carry a valid driver's license. Applicant must also be able to meet West Yost’s rules and be eligible to drive for business. West Yost’s insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.*

Our commitment to quality begins with our hiring practices. We employ the most talented team members in our industry from all backgrounds. We are highly selective of the individuals we choose to represent the firm, seeking only those individuals whose technical abilities and commitment to client service matches our vision for excellence. We are dedicated to our number one asset, our employees. Because we are employee-owned, we are responsible for and rewarded by our own success. Come to West Yost where, with our support, you’ll do the best work of your life.

A day in the life:

You will experience many opportunities to grow and develop professionally with your colleagues through collaborative in-person work experience, knowledge sharing, and mentorship opportunities. We also offer hybrid and flexible work schedules to our employees to help promote and encourage a healthy work/life balance. All of our team members have access to local and company-wide events, our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workgroup, Culture Workgroup, Wellness Workgroup, book clubs, charitable giving and community service, firm-wide resources, peer groups (young professionals & middlers group), and mentorship and leadership programs. We support and foster your career success and encourage you to be in control of your future with us. Our annual company-wide monthly staff meetings, annual in-person All Staff meeting, Duck Dinner, company camping events, company celebrations, and other company-sponsored events provide an important part of the West Yost culture, which is to have fun.

Other unique benefits:

You’ll be provided with support in on-going education through our 529 college savings plan/student loan repayment program, tuition reimbursement, paid professional memberships, paid training, and Leadership Academy programs. You’ll be recognized for your contributions at West Yost through milestone anniversary benefits, peer to peer recognition programs, the potential for employee stock ownership, annual monetary and paid time off bonuses, performance-based bonus eligibility, merit increase eligibility, and employee referral bonuses. We also offer a wellness reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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