Lead AWS DevOps Engineer at Resource Innovations in Chicago, IL | USD135,000-150,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

ci/cd

cloud infra

automation

monitoring

containers

tech lead

Develop and integrate next‑generation CI/CD pipelines, supporting automated deployments and testing.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and deployment issues in real time.
Act as a technical lead and mentor for the DevOps team—review designs, guide implementation, and share best practices.
Build and maintain highly available, secure, and scalable cloud environments.
Optimize systems for performance, cost efficiency, and reliability.
Work closely with engineering and product teams to support new features, releases, and operational improvements.
Design, build, and evolve cloud infrastructure and DevOps solutions to support our SaaS products.
Lead the team in adopting modern practices like containerization, serverless computing, and Infrastructure as Code.
Participate in sprint planning, stand‑ups, and cross‑team discussions to prioritize DevOps initiatives.
Foster a culture of automation, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Drive the roadmap for DevOps tooling, automation, and scalability improvements.
Define and continuously improve standards for infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and operational processes.
Implement configuration management, monitoring, alerting, and logging to ensure proactive issue detection.

Requirements

docker

kubernetes

terraform

aws

jenkins

python

Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes/EKS).
Ability to design infrastructure from scratch and scale existing platforms.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation.
Security and compliance: ITIL, NIST, SOC2.
Deep technical expertise in:
AWS services: EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, IAM, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, CloudFormation, Beanstalk, CloudFront, Route 53, Glacier, Lambda, EventBridge.
CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Git, automation pipelines.
Messaging/queueing systems: SQS, SNS, RabbitMQ, SES.
Strong problem‑solving skills and adaptability to new technologies.
Proven experience leading or mentoring a DevOps team.
Experience with serverless architectures.
Hands‑on experience in architecting modern SaaS infrastructure.
8+ years of hands‑on DevOps experience with AWS cloud.
Monitoring and logging: Grafana, CloudWatch, log analysis.
Linux administration and scripting: Bash, Python.
Experience with AWS Transfer Family.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

candidates must reside in the united states.
no visa sponsorship or extensions are offered.

Security clearance

employment is contingent on successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check.
a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.

Company

Overview

2016

Year Founded

The company was established in the San Francisco Bay Area with a focus on addressing climate and energy challenges.

880+

Energy Programs Managed

The company has managed over 880 energy programs across North America, Europe, and the Pacific since 2019.

825,000

CO₂ Avoided

The company reported avoiding 825,000 metric tons of CO₂ in 2022, contributing to its environmental impact efforts.

Top 500

Inc. 5000 Ranking

The company was ranked among the top 500 fastest-growing private companies in the energy sector on the Inc. 5000 list in 2023.

Merged with Nexant in 2021 and backed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners in 2024, accelerating its scale and reach.
Specializes in transforming utility operations through demand-side management, software systems, and advisory services.
Works on diverse projects—from residential weatherization to grid modernization, electrification, and utility marketplaces.
Operates globally but retains utility-scale focus, delivering integrated energy solutions at significant scale.

Culture + Values

Climate Change
Innovation
Equity
Scale and Impact

Environment + Sustainability

798k CO₂e Avoided

Carbon Emissions Avoided

The company has successfully prevented the emission of 798,924 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent through various initiatives in 2023.

800:1 Removal Ratio

CO₂ Removal Efficiency

For every metric ton of CO₂ emitted, the company facilitates the removal of over 800 metric tons of CO₂ through innovative solutions.

1.1 TWh Saved

Energy Savings

The company has delivered 1.1 terawatt-hours of energy savings in 2023, contributing to reduced energy consumption.

$483M Rebates

Energy Efficiency Rebates

The company has issued $483 million in total energy efficiency rebates in 2023, incentivizing sustainable practices.

Operating in over 30 states and 10 countries
Carbon accounting initiated in 2022 with full operational footprint offset via carbon credits
Developing a Net Zero plan (target date to be announced)

Inclusion & Diversity

52% women

Workforce Composition

The workforce composition reflects a strong focus on gender diversity, with 52% women compared to the industry average of 24%.

13% increase

Female Applicants YoY

There has been a notable 13% year-over-year increase in the number of female applicants, highlighting improved recruitment efforts.

17% increase

Racial Diversity YoY

The company has achieved a 17% year-over-year increase in racial diversity, showcasing a commitment to inclusivity in hiring.

Majority‑women‑led board and executive team (written into bylaws)
Recruiters are AIRS Diversity Certified
Supplier Inclusion Program actively growing diverse supplier partnerships

Articles

About Us

Careers

Role

Description

ci/cd

cloud infra

automation

monitoring

containers

tech lead

Develop and integrate next‑generation CI/CD pipelines, supporting automated deployments and testing.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and deployment issues in real time.
Act as a technical lead and mentor for the DevOps team—review designs, guide implementation, and share best practices.
Build and maintain highly available, secure, and scalable cloud environments.
Optimize systems for performance, cost efficiency, and reliability.
Work closely with engineering and product teams to support new features, releases, and operational improvements.
Design, build, and evolve cloud infrastructure and DevOps solutions to support our SaaS products.
Lead the team in adopting modern practices like containerization, serverless computing, and Infrastructure as Code.
Participate in sprint planning, stand‑ups, and cross‑team discussions to prioritize DevOps initiatives.
Foster a culture of automation, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Drive the roadmap for DevOps tooling, automation, and scalability improvements.
Define and continuously improve standards for infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and operational processes.
Implement configuration management, monitoring, alerting, and logging to ensure proactive issue detection.

Requirements

docker

kubernetes

terraform

aws

jenkins

python

Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes/EKS).
Ability to design infrastructure from scratch and scale existing platforms.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation.
Security and compliance: ITIL, NIST, SOC2.
Deep technical expertise in:
AWS services: EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, IAM, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, CloudFormation, Beanstalk, CloudFront, Route 53, Glacier, Lambda, EventBridge.
CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Git, automation pipelines.
Messaging/queueing systems: SQS, SNS, RabbitMQ, SES.
Strong problem‑solving skills and adaptability to new technologies.
Proven experience leading or mentoring a DevOps team.
Experience with serverless architectures.
Hands‑on experience in architecting modern SaaS infrastructure.
8+ years of hands‑on DevOps experience with AWS cloud.
Monitoring and logging: Grafana, CloudWatch, log analysis.
Linux administration and scripting: Bash, Python.
Experience with AWS Transfer Family.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

candidates must reside in the united states.
no visa sponsorship or extensions are offered.

Security clearance

employment is contingent on successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check.
a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.

Company

Overview

2016

Year Founded

The company was established in the San Francisco Bay Area with a focus on addressing climate and energy challenges.

880+

Energy Programs Managed

The company has managed over 880 energy programs across North America, Europe, and the Pacific since 2019.

825,000

CO₂ Avoided

The company reported avoiding 825,000 metric tons of CO₂ in 2022, contributing to its environmental impact efforts.

Top 500

Inc. 5000 Ranking

The company was ranked among the top 500 fastest-growing private companies in the energy sector on the Inc. 5000 list in 2023.

Merged with Nexant in 2021 and backed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners in 2024, accelerating its scale and reach.
Specializes in transforming utility operations through demand-side management, software systems, and advisory services.
Works on diverse projects—from residential weatherization to grid modernization, electrification, and utility marketplaces.
Operates globally but retains utility-scale focus, delivering integrated energy solutions at significant scale.

Culture + Values

Climate Change
Innovation
Equity
Scale and Impact

Environment + Sustainability

798k CO₂e Avoided

Carbon Emissions Avoided

The company has successfully prevented the emission of 798,924 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent through various initiatives in 2023.

800:1 Removal Ratio

CO₂ Removal Efficiency

For every metric ton of CO₂ emitted, the company facilitates the removal of over 800 metric tons of CO₂ through innovative solutions.

1.1 TWh Saved

Energy Savings

The company has delivered 1.1 terawatt-hours of energy savings in 2023, contributing to reduced energy consumption.

$483M Rebates

Energy Efficiency Rebates

The company has issued $483 million in total energy efficiency rebates in 2023, incentivizing sustainable practices.

Operating in over 30 states and 10 countries
Carbon accounting initiated in 2022 with full operational footprint offset via carbon credits
Developing a Net Zero plan (target date to be announced)

Inclusion & Diversity

52% women

Workforce Composition

The workforce composition reflects a strong focus on gender diversity, with 52% women compared to the industry average of 24%.

13% increase

Female Applicants YoY

There has been a notable 13% year-over-year increase in the number of female applicants, highlighting improved recruitment efforts.

17% increase

Racial Diversity YoY

The company has achieved a 17% year-over-year increase in racial diversity, showcasing a commitment to inclusivity in hiring.

Majority‑women‑led board and executive team (written into bylaws)
Recruiters are AIRS Diversity Certified
Supplier Inclusion Program actively growing diverse supplier partnerships

Articles

About Us

Careers