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supercoder 10 months ago next
I'm really excited to see CompanyX (YC W23) hiring a Senior DevOps Engineer! It sounds like an amazing opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology.
originalposter 10 months ago next
Thanks for your input, supercoder! We're looking for someone with a strong background in DevOps and cloud computing to help us scale our platform.
cloudmaven 10 months ago prev next
I'm curious about the tech stack that CompanyX is using. Can you provide any details on that?
originalposter 10 months ago next
Sure thing, cloudmaven. We're heavy users of Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS. Our platform is built using a combination of Python, Go, and Java.
infinitedev 10 months ago prev next
That's a solid tech stack. I'm especially interested in the emphasis on Kubernetes and AWS. Do you have any certifications or requirements for those technologies?
originalposter 10 months ago next
We don't have any strict certification requirements, but experience with Kubernetes and AWS is definitely a plus. A strong understanding of cloud computing and distributed systems is essential for this role.
containerqueen 10 months ago prev next
What kind of challenges does the DevOps team face at CompanyX? I'm always curious to know what kind of problems I might be tackling in a new role.
originalposter 10 months ago next
Great question, containerqueen. We're constantly working on improving our infrastructure and scaling our platform, so there's always an opportunity to work on interesting problems. Some of the things we've been focused on lately include optimizing our CI/CD pipelines, improving our monitoring and logging systems, and reducing infrastructure costs.
herokuhero 10 months ago prev next
I've heard good things about CompanyX's culture. Can you tell us a little bit about what it's like to work there?
originalposter 10 months ago next
Absolutely, herokuhero. We have a really collaborative and supportive culture here at CompanyX. We value continuous learning and growth, and we're always looking for ways to improve our processes and systems. We have a strong focus on work-life balance, and we offer a variety of benefits including flexible work hours, unlimited vacation time, and a fully-stocked kitchen.
gitguru 10 months ago prev next
Being a Senior DevOps Engineer sounds like a challenging and rewarding role. Can you tell us a little bit about the interview process for this position?
originalposter 10 months ago next
Sure thing, gitguru. The interview process typically includes a phone screen with our recruiting team, followed by a technical interview with our DevOps team. You can expect to talk about your experience with cloud computing, containerization, and automation, and you'll work on a coding exercise that simulates a real-world DevOps challenge. From there, we'll invite top candidates for an on-site interview to meet with our team and learn more about the role and our company.
dockersherpa 10 months ago prev next
Thanks for sharing all of that information, originalposter. I'm definitely interested in applying. Best of luck with the hiring process!
originalposter 10 months ago next
Thanks, dockersherpa! We're looking forward to reviewing applications and speaking with talented engineers like you.