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Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

The DevOps Engineer at Applied Medical plays a critical role in bridging software development and IT operations to enable fast, reliable, and secure delivery of applications. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and automation solutions that support the company's software development teams. This position contributes to the efficiency and reliability of Applied Medical's application ecosystem by implementing robust DevOps practices and infrastructure automation. The DevOps Engineer collaborates with software developers, architects, and IT teams to build and maintain the platforms and pipelines that enable continuous integration, continuous deployment, and operational excellence. Applied Medical is committed to innovation in medical device manufacturing, and the DevOps Engineer supports this mission by ensuring development teams can deliver high‑quality software quickly and reliably through modern DevOps practices and cloud‑native technologies.

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps Pipelines and GitHub Actions to automate build, test, and deployment processes.
• Build and manage cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure including App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Functions, and Azure SQL.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform and Ansible to ensure consistent, repeatable deployments.
• Implement and manage containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm charts.
• Monitor application and infrastructure health using Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Grafana, and SEQ, responding to alerts and optimizing performance.
• Collaborate with development teams to support application deployment, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Implement security best practices including secrets management with Azure Key Vault, vulnerability scanning, and secure deployment processes.
• Document infrastructure configurations, deployment procedures, and operational runbooks for team knowledge sharing.

• Deliver reliable, automated CI/CD pipelines that enable development teams to deploy with confidence multiple times per day.
• Maintain high availability and performance of cloud infrastructure with minimal unplanned downtime.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with software developers, architects, and cross‑functional teams.
• Proactively identify and resolve infrastructure and deployment issues before they impact business operations.
• Continuously improve automation, monitoring, and operational processes to enhance team efficiency.
• Contribute to a culture of reliability, security, and continuous improvement across the engineering organization.

This position requires the following skills and attributes:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure (App Services, AKS, Functions, Azure SQL).
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps Pipelines, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Understanding of infrastructure as code principles using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Azure Monitor, Application Insights, or Grafana.
• Experience with version control systems, preferably Git (GitHub or Azure Repos).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently while contributing to team objectives.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and take on expanding responsibilities.

• Experience in healthcare, medical device, or manufacturing industries.
• Professional certifications such as Azure Administrator, Azure DevOps Engineer, or Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD).
• Experience with secrets management solutions such as Azure Key Vault or HashiCorp Vault.
• Knowledge of security practices including vulnerability scanning, secure coding, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with artifact management using Azure Artifacts, Artifactory, or NuGet.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) practices.
• Experience mentoring junior team members or leading technical initiatives.

• Competitive compensation range: $80000 - $135000 / year (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On‑campus wellness activities.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.

Please note that the compensation range may be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, experience. The compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and special discretionary bonus or incentive compensation plans may apply.

Our total reward package reflects our commitment to team member growth and well‑being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.