CData is a global leader in real-time data connectivity, providing businesses with seamless integration solutions. Our technology enables users to access, analyze, and manage data across hundreds of platforms, whether on-premises or in the cloud. With a presence in over 10,000 organizations worldwide, we help businesses overcome data fragmentation challenges and maximize value from diverse data assets.

Headquartered in Chapel Hill, NC, CData operates with a team of 400+ professionals globally, driving innovation in data connectivity, cloud solutions, and automation.

About the Role

We are looking for a Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps Engineer to support and scale our CData Connect Cloud platform. This role will focus on optimizing infrastructure, improving system reliability, and implementing automation strategies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Kubernetes, cloud platforms (Azure preferred), Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform), and CI/CD pipelines. This is an opportunity to work in a high-impact, fast-paced environment where your contributions will shape the future of cloud-based data connectivity solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize Infrastructure & Reliability: Improve availability, scalability, and performance of CData Connect Cloud.
  
  
• Deploy & Manage Kubernetes Environments: Work on container orchestration, scaling, and operational efficiency.
  
  
• Implement & Maintain CI/CD Pipelines: Develop and manage automation workflows for product releases.
  
  
• Monitor & Improve System Performance: Define and track SLAs, uptime metrics, and service level objectives.
  
  
• Troubleshoot & Debug at Scale: Identify and resolve issues within mission-critical cloud services.
  
  
• Advance Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC): Utilize Terraform, GitOps, and automation frameworks for cloud provisioning.
  
  
• Enhance Security & Networking: Manage firewalls, routing, load balancing, and system security best practices.
  
  

What You Need to Succeed

Technical Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on DevOps or Platform Engineering experience.
  
  
• Strong Linux expertise with experience in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  
  
• Production-level Kubernetes management experience (Must-have).
  
  
• Cloud Infrastructure experience (Azure preferred, AWS/GCP also considered).
  
  
• Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) and GitOps workflows.
  
  
• Experience deploying applications in Java or C# environments.
  
  
• Expertise in CI/CD tools, logging, and monitoring solutions.
  
  
• Understanding of SQL databases (SQL Server preferred).
  
  
• Familiarity with networking protocols, APIs, and messaging systems.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Azure DevOps, JIRA, and Git-based workflows.
  
  
• Hands-on experience in service reliability engineering (SRE) tools & methodologies.
  
  
• Ability to debug large-scale distributed systems.
  
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and automation mindset.
  
  

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Performance Bonuses
  
  
• 11 Paid Holidays + 20 Days of PTO
  
  
• Employer-Paid Health, Dental, and Vision (100% for Employees, 50% for Dependents)
  
  
• HSA with Company Contributions
  
  
• 401k with 6% Immediately Vested Company Match
  
  
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities
  
  

Work Culture & Perks

• Flexible Work Environment – Choose your workspace and hours.
  
  
• Remote Work Options – Work as a contractor worldwide or as an employee in select countries.
  
  
• Cutting-Edge Tech Stack – Work with Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD, and more.
  
  
• Inclusive, Supportive, & Global Team – Join a smart, collaborative, and diverse group of engineers.
  
  

How to Apply

If you are passionate about cloud infrastructure, DevOps automation, and scalability, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and help shape the future of cloud-based data connectivity!

Note: CData Software is not currently hiring from the following states: Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming.

Diversity & Inclusion at CData

CData Software is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.