Staff Security DevOps Engineer Job at Fivetran (Oakland)

Job Description

Fivetran is seeking a Staff Security DevOps Engineer to bolster and improve the robustness and security of the Fivetran Platform. This individual contributor (IC) role is hands-on and execution-focused, requiring deep expertise in container security, Kubernetes infrastructure, secure DevOps practices, and Java application deployment. You will work closely with engineering teams to build, optimize, and secure our development and deployment pipelines, automate infrastructure processes, and ensure robust, secure, and scalable systems.

Job Responsibility

Build, optimize, and maintain secure and efficient Docker images, with a strong focus on Java-based applications
Debug, tune, and secure Java applications across development and production environments, partnering with developers to optimize runtime performance and minimize risk
Develop and maintain automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) configurations to streamline and secure Kubernetes deployments
Configure, run, and debug Kubernetes clusters across multiple cloud service providers, proactively identifying performance and security improvements
Collaborate with engineering teams to build scalable, reliable, and secure CI/CD pipelines, integrating automated testing, scanning, and monitoring throughout the development lifecycle
Perform advanced networking configuration and troubleshooting across cloud environments, implementing least-privilege access and network segmentation policies
Work directly with developers and infrastructure teams to integrate secure deployment practices and remediate risks in build pipelines and runtime environments
Contribute to vulnerability and misconfiguration detection in container images, Java application dependencies, and infrastructure components, automating detection and response workflows
Collaborate with infrastructure and engineering teams to implement consistent security controls, monitoring, and alerting across Fivetran Platform
Contribute to broader security initiatives, including threat and risk assessments, architecture reviews, incident response, compliance support, and internal tooling improvements
Stay up to date with container security, Kubernetes advancements, Container trends, and Java application security, applying knowledge to improve operational efficiency and security posture

Requirements

Deep expertise in Docker image creation, optimization, and vulnerability mitigation, particularly for Java applications
Experienced in working across all three major cloud providers—AWS, GCP, and Azure—with a deep understanding of their respective services, security models, and deployment patterns
Extensive experience with Kubernetes: deploying, running, debugging, securing, and performance tuning in production environments
Senior-level experience with Java codebases: building, running, profiling, and optimizing Java applications in secure environments
Strong understanding of cloud-native networking, ingress controllers, service meshes, and firewall configurations
Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, Helm, or Ansible for managing infrastructure at scale
Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (e.g., Bash, Python, Go) to automate processes and integrate tools
Familiarity with Security tooling for CI/CD security, container scanning, dependency analysis, and infrastructure compliance
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work independently in fast-paced environments
Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across engineering, infrastructure, and security teams
Demonstrates strong curiosity, a sense of urgency, and a hands-on approach to diving deep into complex technical problems to drive timely and effective solutions

What we offer

100% employer-paid medical insurance
Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
RSU stock grants
Professional development and training opportunities
Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
Monthly cell phone stipend
Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents

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