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Lead DevOps Engineer

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Canada
Senior level
Canada
Senior level
As a Lead DevOps Engineer at Figment, you will architect and manage blockchain infrastructure, optimize system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and mentor junior team members while ensuring high availability and scalability of systems.
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You could work anywhere. Why Figment?

Figment powers the future of Web3 through industry-leading blockchain infrastructure. As the leading provider of staking solutions, we help 500+ institutional clients optimize their crypto rewards, including top exchanges, asset managers, wallets, foundations, custodians, and major token holders. Our clients trust Figment for a comprehensive suite of services, including reward optimization, cutting-edge API development, detailed rewards reporting, seamless partner integrations, governance support, and slashing protection.

Backed by a team of passionate and intelligent Figmates, with a 100% remote-first global presence across 12 countries, our company is on a mission to accelerate the adoption, growth, and long-term success of the Web3 ecosystem. We’re building the infrastructure that will power the decentralized future.

As a fast-growing tech company, we’re looking for builders and innovators — people who thrive in the face of uncertainty and are motivated to make an impact. We are also looking for true teammates - people who are genuine, humble, and driven to level up together. If you're excited to shape the future, contribute to an energetic company culture, and work at the cutting edge of blockchain technology, we want you to join our team and help us lead the charge!

About the opportunity

Are you an experienced and innovative DevOps Engineer or SRE seeking to lead and drive excellence in the blockchain technology space? Look no further! Figment, a pioneering blockchain technology company, is in search of a seasoned individual to spearhead our DevOps initiatives as a Lead DevOps Engineer.

How you will make an impact

  • Architect, deploy, and manage blockchain nodes at scale
  • Design and implement advanced solutions for optimal system performance and availability
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts and root cause analysis for complex issues across development, test, and production environments
  • Architect and maintain robust system automation frameworks and configuration management strategies
  • Champion high availability and scalability solutions for our systems, ensuring seamless operation under high loads
  • Participate in on-call activity and provide support for production systems
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement

Who you are

  • 5+ years of experience in a DevOps Engineer or SRE role, with a proven track record of success in designing and managing scalable infrastructure
  • Advanced proficiency in system engineering and automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Kubernetes
  • In-depth experience supporting Linux servers in large environments with over 500 servers, preferably in highly secure and highly available 24/7 environments
  • Deep troubleshooting expertise to quickly identify server, network, and application issues, and methodical approach to implementing, testing, and measuring changes to remediate issues.
  • Experience troubleshooting complex application flows which span multiple clusters of systems.
  • Knowledge of common OS and application level settings to optimize system performance.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and working effectively in remote or distributed team environments

At Figment, we are committed to fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment where our employees can excel and grow. We offer a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development and advancement. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of blockchain technology and are ready to lead the charge, apply now!

Why you might me excited about us

At Figment, we offer an exciting range of competitive benefits designed to support and empower every member of our team:

  • 100% remote-first environment. Our flagship office is in Toronto, Canada. We also have additional co-working spaces in New York, Montreal, London, and Singapore. That means if you want to do your things in the office (if you’re near one), at home, or a bit of both, it’s up to you.
  • 4 weeks of PTO that kick in day one, with an additional 1 week of flex days.
  • Extended company-paid health benefits that kick in day one.
  • Best in class parental leave and flexible arrangements.
  • A home office stipend to create a space that you enjoy working in.
  • Monthly Wifi reimbursement.
  • A yearly Learning & Development budget.
  • 401K (US) or RRSP match (Canada).
  • Stock Options in the company.
  • A competitive bonus (based on company performance) that is distributed bi-annually - we believe that the company’s success should be shared with our employees often
    • For roles listed within the Sales Department, there is instead a competitive commissions structure which will be outlined during your first interview with Figment
  • Annual onsite company gatherings and retreats to inspire team bonding, collaboration, and fun!

Other reasons you may love working at Figment

  • We are a team of under 200 members, which allows for an impactful contribution from day one.
  • We place a strong focus on personal career development to shape a role that fits your goals and interests. Your satisfaction and well-being matter to us, and we’re here to support your ongoing growth.
  • Our culture is one of honesty, professionalism and risk taking in a high-growth environment.
  • Our team members themselves recommend working at Figment - with an eNPS score of 54 (which is ranked as ‘great’!).
  • We are also extremely proud of ranking as one of the top Web3 employers by Talent Titans.

Compensation

One of Figment’s core principles is “Making the Invisible Visible” - ensuring transparency and information sharing in all communication. Figment is committed to transparency regarding pay, benefits, and other compensation types for all internal roles as well as all roles being hired for.

Base Salary: The CAD base salary range for this position is CAD $170,000 - $200,000. The US base salary range for this position is USD $170,000 - $200,000. This range reflects base salary only, and does not include additional compensation or benefits. For candidates in other countries, the pay range will be disclosed upon your first interview with Figment (being a globally remote company, the list of salary ranges would simply be too long to note here!). The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum range for a new hire across all Canada or the US. A candidate’s specific pay within the range will be determined by various factors including job-related skills, relevant education, and training.

Interview process

At Figment, we try to go above and beyond in making sure that you have the best possible experience interviewing with us. We strive for a smooth, organized, and informative process.

  • During your first Recruiter Call, you will be provided with more information about Figment, the position and what to expect for the rest of the interview process. Please be prepared to discuss why you are interested in joining Figment and what excites you about the position and company.
  • As we go through the process, we work to make sure that you hear back from us in a timely fashion. If we decide at any point that we’re unfortunately not moving forward, we will give you feedback on why it was not a fit.
  • We aim for the entire process to take around 2-3 weeks from initial screen to offer. There can be exceptions on either side of the bell curve here, but as a rule, that’s the time-frame you can expect.

See here for Figment's Privacy Policy and California Employee Privacy Policy.

At Figment, we have a thorough hiring process to verify the identity of all job candidates. This includes checking documents, conducting in-person interviews, biometric authentication and completing background checks. Candidates must pass all these steps to be considered for a job with Figment. Anyone who provides false information or tries to skip these steps will be disqualified from the hiring process immediately.

To learn more about Figment, our team, and the amazing work we are doing, visit our website. Are you ready to join us?

Top Skills

Ansible
Kubernetes
Linux
Terraform

Figment Toronto, Ontario, CAN Office

Toronto, Ontario , Canada, M5V 1M1

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