Sofvyr

Full Stack
Developer – Python, Java + DevOps skills

5 days on-site in Dallas
TX or McLean VA
Contract-to-hire

Contract (W2 Only)

Visas : US Citizen, Green Card
(Own W2)

Glider test is a must
 

Must Have Qualifications: Python
and Java development, strong understanding of design and explain and educate
developers.

Interview Information:

Senior Developer Workspace Engineer

Position Overview: The Senior Developer Workspace Engineer is a
multifaceted role combining DevOps expertise, end-user technology proficiency,
and technical evangelism. This position focuses on designing, building, and
advocating for developer workspaces and tooling to ensure seamless developer
onboarding and day-2 support.

• One Part DevOps
• One Part End-User Technology Expert
• One Part Tech Evangelist

Position Overview: As a senior-level engineer and advocate, you will
contribute to the design, build, and advocacy of developer workspaces and
tooling. The goal is to achieve frictionless developer onboarding and day-2
support. This involves partnering with end-user collaboration management suites
to construct and deploy elegant developer solutions. Workstation solutions may
include physical hardware, virtualized desktops, or browser-based setups, which
you will be responsible for setting up and supporting. Additionally, you will
develop specific tools to ease adoption and usage, requiring expertise in
direct development and software distribution.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement developer workspaces using
  physical, virtualized, or browser-based solutions.
• Develop tools primarily in Python and Java to
  enhance developer workflows.
• Advocate for and implement CI/CD improvements
  through new tooling and commonly available libraries.
• Create patterns to manage desktop provisioning and
  software package management using SCCM, VDI, or similar technologies.
• Lead initiatives to integrate Generative AI
  capabilities into Developer workflows, enhancing the value proposition for
  customers.
• Partner with end-user collaboration suites to
  create seamless developer experiences.
• Ensure all solutions meet audit, risk, and
  governance requirements.
• Evangelize best practices and solutions within the
  developer community.

Requirements

Skillset Matrix:

Skill Category

Required Skills

Proficiency Level

DevOps

CI/CD pipeline configuration and
management

Advanced

Experience with Jenkins,
GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps

Advanced

Understanding of cloud-native CI/CD
tools and practices

Advanced

Understanding of
container creation, usage and management

Advanced

Development

Proficiency in Python and Java

Advanced

Familiarity with
JavaScript

Intermediate

End-User Technology

Desktop provisioning and software
distribution expertise

Advanced

Experience with SCCM,
VDI, or similar technologies

Advanced

Technical Evangelism

Ability to advocate for best
practices and innovative solutions

Advanced

Strong communication
skills to influence and educate developers

Advanced

Networking

Understanding of cloud and on-prem
networking concepts

Intermediate

Risk & Governance

Familiarity with audit
and risk management practices

Intermediate

AI Integration

Experience with integrating AI/ML
capabilities into cloud solutions

Intermediate

Understanding of
Generative AI concepts and applications

Intermediate

 

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in DevOps and end-user
  technology roles.
• Strong development skills, particularly in Python
  and Java.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.

Vetting Questions

1)  Can you describe a recent
instance where you identified an opportunity to improve your team’s efficiency
through automation or process optimization? What steps did you personally take
to implement your solution, and what was the impact on your team or
organization?

2)  Describe typical day in your
current role or a recent role? How do you balance hands-on coding, building or
optimizing systems for your team, and collaborating or influencing
stakeholders? Which of these areas do you spend the most time on, and why?

3) How do you stay up to date with
technology trends and advancements in technology? Can you share some approaches
or resources you use to maintain your technical and professional skills?