Automation Engineer - Req# 618

Who we are...As an industry-leading fintech provider, COCC delivers innovative, comprehensive technology solutions and strategic partnerships throughout the Northeastern United States. Listed among American Banker's FinTech 100 and the Inc. 5,000 fastest growing companies in the nation, COCC inspires the industry with innovation and top-quality support. Designated a Top Workplace in Connecticut and a nationally Certified Great Place to Work, COCC recognizes employees as the core of our success.Inspiring you to become extraordinary in work and life.What we need…COCC is seeking an Automation Engineer to help streamline the build, deployment, and testing processes across our software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate is adaptable and collaborative, with a focus on ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of both new and existing automation workflows. This person will work with relevant stakeholders to design, implement and support solutions that increase process efficiency within the software development lifecycle, from code branching to deployment. We're looking for local candidates who can be in the Southington, CT office on a hybrid schedule.What’s in it for you…COCC offers a collaborative environment, career growth, and all the benefits you’d expect from an award-winning employer, including:Hybrid schedules and ample paid time off allowing you work/life balance and flexibilityCustomized training and onboarding to support you in your first year at COCCRobust employee development programs aligned with career pathing objectivesCutting-edge training and educational resources from vendors like SANS, PluralSight and CBTNuggets Generous PTO offerings, benefits and competitive compensationOn-site fitness centers, wellness incentives, and lifestyle spending accountsTuition ReimbursementOne-on-one career coachingDEIB initiatives championing inclusion and encouraging you to bring your whole self to workFinancial planning assistance with certified professionalsPeer recognition programsWhat you'll do...Assist in designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLabAssist with the migration toward containerized deployments (on-prem and cloud-based)Write and maintain scripts for automation tasks (Bash, Python, or similar)Monitor pipeline performance and troubleshoot build issuesContribute to version control best practicesFoster a culture of collaboration, automation, and continuous improvementWhat you'll bring...Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred for this role but will consider appropriate work experience and/or relevant certifications2+ years CI/CD pipeline experience (GitLab; experience with other Git-based pipelines like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc. are acceptableExposure to containerization platforms and orchestration tools (Kubernetes), proficiency in source control systems (GitLab, Azure Devops Server), and basic programming/scripting experience (C#, Powershell, Python, BashStrong communication skills and willingness to learnFamiliarity with Agile methodology and Jira a plusLocal candidates are preferred for this hybrid role.COCC is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. All applicants are required to pass a credit, background, and substance test prior to employment. COCC procures background and consumer reports in compliance with all Federal and State regulations, including The Fair Credit Reporting Act and CT Department of Labor laws regarding pre-employment screens. COCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.Accessibility - If you’re a job seeker with a disability and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please let us know by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Please specify the help you need and we’ll be happy to get back to you!JobFamily04 Software DevelopmentPayTypeSalary