Software Engineer – Test Automation, CI/CD, and DevOps

Red Hat is hiring a Software Engineer – Test Automation, CI/CD, and DevOps in Five Points, Wake County, US. This role will design, build, and operate a high‑performance CI/CD platform that powers Telco Verification testing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and pipelines for continuous integration and delivery.
• Design, implement, and operate a scalable CI/CD service that supports multiple testing environments.
• Collaborate with QA, development, and infrastructure teams to define test strategies and quality metrics.
• Write reusable, maintainable code in languages such as Python, Go, or Java.
• Monitor service health, troubleshoot failures, and drive performance improvements.
• Contribute to DevOps best practices, including infrastructure as code, containerization, and observability.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge across the Telco Verification Pillar.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3+ years of professional experience in test automation, CI/CD, or DevOps engineering.
• Strong proficiency with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure Pipelines.
• Hands‑on experience with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Solid programming/scripting skills in Python, Go, Java, or Bash.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (Selenium, Cypress, pytest, JUnit) and performance testing tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in telecom or network verification environments.
• Knowledge of infrastructure‑as‑code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm).
• Understanding of security testing and compliance pipelines.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary: $173,312.39 (fixed). Red Hat offers comprehensive health benefits, 401(k matching, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I be building as a Software Engineer at Red Hat?

You will design, develop, and operate a scalable CI/CD platform that automates testing for Telco Verification teams, using tools like Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes.

What technical skills are required for this role?

Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines, test automation frameworks, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), cloud platforms, and programming in Python, Go, or Java.

Is Red Hat’s Five Points location remote‑friendly?

Red Hat offers flexible work arrangements, allowing you to work on‑site in Five Points, Wake County, or remotely as agreed with your manager.