Senior Software Engineer - Dev Ops at FreshBooks

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

  • 4-6 years in DevOps engineering, with at least 2+ years in release management
  • Advanced programming skills with data structures, algorithms, and OOP concepts
  • Strong experience in CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Ruby, Go, or Shell)
  • Expertise in Linux administration and shell scripting
  • Solid knowledge of Git (branching, merging, conflict resolution)
  • Experience with IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation)
  • Advanced knowledge of Kubernetes and container orchestration
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools
  • Experience in release planning, coordination, and governance
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines for build, deployment, and automated testing using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps
  • Develop scripts and automation (Python, Ruby, Go, or Shell) to streamline provisioning, configuration management, and deployments
  • Manage infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation
  • Administer and optimize Kubernetes clusters, Helm charts, and containerized workloads
  • Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, CloudWatch, etc.) to ensure system reliability
  • Collaborate with developers, QA, and operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex DevOps issues
  • Own the end-to-end release lifecycle, ensuring smooth, timely, and high-quality software releases
  • Define and enforce release governance, processes, and policies across engineering teams
  • Plan, coordinate, and track release activities in collaboration with multiple stakeholders
  • Maintain release calendars, versioning strategies, and deployment documentation
  • Automate release processes to reduce manual effort, errors, and costs
  • Provide clear communication of release status, risks, and metrics to leadership and stakeholders
  • Drive post-release reviews to identify gaps and ensure continuous improvement

Skills

CI/CD
Jenkins
GitLab CI/CD
Azure DevOps
IaC
Python
Ruby
Go
Shell
Infrastructure as Code

FreshBooks

Cloud-based accounting software for businesses

About FreshBooks

FreshBooks provides cloud-based accounting software aimed at simplifying financial management for small to medium-sized businesses and self-employed professionals. The software allows users to efficiently track expenses, time, and invoices, making it accessible even for those without accounting experience. Users subscribe to the service with various pricing tiers, and they can take advantage of a 30-day money-back guarantee and an 80% discount for the first four months. FreshBooks stands out from competitors by offering a user-friendly interface and mobile accessibility, enabling users to manage their finances on the go. The company's goal is to help business owners and accountants streamline their financial processes, improve organization, and enhance client relationships.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2003Year Founded
$149.6MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Stock Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Increased competition from market leaders may impact FreshBooks' market share.
Dependency on Stripe's technology could pose risks if Stripe faces issues.
Economic downturns may threaten FreshBooks' subscription-based revenue model.

Differentiation

FreshBooks offers a user-friendly platform for non-accountants, simplifying financial management.
The company provides mobile-friendly solutions, catering to the rise of remote work.
FreshBooks' integration with Shopify enhances e-commerce capabilities for online businesses.

Upsides

FreshBooks' subscription model aligns with industry trends, boosting customer acquisition and retention.
The expansion of Stripe Connect features enhances FreshBooks Payments, improving payment processing.
AI-driven financial analytics tools can provide predictive insights, enhancing decision-making.

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