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Redefine the future of customer experiences. One conversation at a time.
At Nextiva, we're reimagining how businesses connect, bringing together customer experience and team collaboration on a single, conversation centric platform. Powered by AI, driven by human innovation.
Our culture is forward thinking, customer obsessed and built on the belief that meaningful connections drive better business outcomes. Whether it's through our signature Amazing Service®, the technology we create, or the experiences we cultivate, connection is at the core of who we are.
If you're ready to collaborate with incredible people, make an impact, and help businesses everywhere deliver truly amazing experiences, this is where you belong.
LOCATION
While this role is open to remote candidates across the United States, team members located within 40 miles of our Scottsdale headquarters (9451 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256) are expected to work onsite four days per week to support collaboration, speed, and execution. Specific scheduling and flexibility will be guided by your leader to support both team collaboration and individual productivity.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Staff DevOps Engineer is responsible for the building, maintenance, administration, programming and automation of cloud infrastructure. The role creates new tools and workflows as well as using and updating existing systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working in tandem with the Engineering team to identify and implement optimal cloud-based solutions for the company
- Managing cloud environments in accordance with security guidelines
- Educating teams on the implementation of new cloud-based initiatives and providing relevant training
- Staying current with industry trends and making recommendations to help the company excel
- Promoting and training best practices with software development teams
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or equivalent work experience
- 8+ years of software development or DevOps experience
- AWS/GCP Solutions Architect, Cloud Security, OpenStack Administrator and/or other cloud-related certification(s) required
- Expert level experience with cloud container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, GKE/ECS or related is required
- CI/CD and related experience with Jenkins, Github, Nexus, or similar technologies is required
- Experience implementing middleware technologies like Kafka, Redis, RabbitMQ and NGINX
- Strong software engineering experience including client/server web development (HTML, JavaScript, Java), server administration, programming and automation
- Working knowledge of relational and non-relational databases
- Experience with application performance monitoring and logging tools like Datadog, Splunk, ELK
- Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP and distributed networks
- Extensive experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Competencies:
- Ability to excel both individually and as a team player in a fast paced, self-directed, constantly evolving environment
- Ability to focus on key priorities, plan, organize, schedule and execute on tasks and projects in an efficient and productive manner
- Ability to scope out what is needed for each assignment or activity, identify and make use of people, resources and tools that can be leveraged
- Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines while delivering high quality results
- Demonstrate good judgment in solving problems, identifying problems in advance, and proposing solutions
- Highly organized, detail oriented, adaptable and quick-thinking with a proactive approach, an enterprise focus, an understanding of shifting business needs and the ability to change priorities with ease
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate knowledgeably and effectively
- Ability to manage multiple channels of communication simultaneously such as phone, email, tickets and chat
SO, WHY NEXTIVA?
Our people do amazing things to help businesses solve their toughest challenges. Really, they do. We simplify the way businesses communicate, creating innovative and affordable solutions for businesses of all sizes. We acquired our first customer in 2008 and today thousands use our tools and platform. Talented team members around the globe embrace Amazing Service – this culture of Amazing Service extends to how we treat both our customers and one another. We are passionate about Nextiva's unique culture and are looking for like-minded individuals that share our values and vision.
NEXTIVA DNA (Core Competencies)
Nextiva's most successful team members share common traits and behaviors:
- Drives Results: Action-oriented problem solvers who quickly bring clarity and simplicity to ambiguity, challenge the status quo, and lead meaningful change; celebrating wins to fuel momentum. They act swiftly and pragmatically, learning and improving as they go.
- Critical Thinker: Data-driven, forward-thinking individuals who identify key drivers, anticipate risks, and deliver clear recommendations. They confidently leverage AI and automation to reduce friction, improve decision-making, and focus on higher-value work.
- Right Attitude: Collaborative, competitive, and resilient team players who jump in to solve tough problems, learn from setbacks, and foster a culture of service, respect, and care for customers and teammates.
TOTAL REWARDS
Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to allow Nexties to take care of themselves and their families so they can be their best, in and out of the office.
Our compensation packages are tailored to each role and candidate's qualifications. We consider a wide range of factors, including skills, experience, training, and certifications, when determining compensation. We aim to offer competitive salaries or wages that reflect the value you bring to our team. Depending on the position, compensation may include base salary and/or hourly wages, incentives, or bonuses.
The expected hiring range is 110,000 - $175,000. A different level in the job hierarchy may apply to a specific candidate, resulting in a different hiring range.
- Health: Multiple health plan options to suit your needs, including medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine coverage
- Insurance: Life, disability, and supplemental indemnity plans
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible Time Off for salaried employees, PTO for hourly employees, Paid Sick Time, Paid Parental Bonding Leave, and holiday pay
- Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Accounts with company contributions, Dependent Care FSA
- Wellness: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and comprehensive wellness initiatives
- Growth: Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities and career advancement
At Nextiva, we're committed to supporting our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth. Join us and build a rewarding career!
Nextiva is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Nextiva participates in the E-Verify Program where and as required by law. For additional information about E-Verify visit USCIS.
INTRODUCTION
Redefine the future of customer experiences. One conversation at a time.
At Nextiva, we're reimagining how businesses connect, bringing together customer experience and team collaboration on a single, conversation centric platform. Powered by AI, driven by human innovation.
Our culture is forward thinking, customer obsessed and built on the belief that meaningful connections drive better business outcomes. Whether it's through our signature Amazing Service®, the technology we create, or the experiences we cultivate, connection is at the core of who we are.
If you're ready to collaborate with incredible people, make an impact, and help businesses everywhere deliver truly amazing experiences, this is where you belong.
LOCATION
While this role is open to remote candidates across the United States, team members located within 40 miles of our Scottsdale headquarters (9451 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256) are expected to work onsite four days per week to support collaboration, speed, and execution. Specific scheduling and flexibility will be guided by your leader to support both team collaboration and individual productivity.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Staff DevOps Engineer is responsible for the building, maintenance, administration, programming and automation of cloud infrastructure. The role creates new tools and workflows as well as using and updating existing systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working in tandem with the Engineering team to identify and implement optimal cloud-based solutions for the company
- Managing cloud environments in accordance with security guidelines
- Educating teams on the implementation of new cloud-based initiatives and providing relevant training
- Staying current with industry trends and making recommendations to help the company excel
- Promoting and training best practices with software development teams
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or equivalent work experience
- 8+ years of software development or DevOps experience
- AWS/GCP Solutions Architect, Cloud Security, OpenStack Administrator and/or other cloud-related certification(s) required
- Expert level experience with cloud container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, GKE/ECS or related is required
- CI/CD and related experience with Jenkins, Github, Nexus, or similar technologies is required
- Experience implementing middleware technologies like Kafka, Redis, RabbitMQ and NGINX
- Strong software engineering experience including client/server web development (HTML, JavaScript, Java), server administration, programming and automation
- Working knowledge of relational and non-relational databases
- Experience with application performance monitoring and logging tools like Datadog, Splunk, ELK
- Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP and distributed networks
- Extensive experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Competencies:
- Ability to excel both individually and as a team player in a fast paced, self-directed, constantly evolving environment
- Ability to focus on key priorities, plan, organize, schedule and execute on tasks and projects in an efficient and productive manner
- Ability to scope out what is needed for each assignment or activity, identify and make use of people, resources and tools that can be leveraged
- Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines while delivering high quality results
- Demonstrate good judgment in solving problems, identifying problems in advance, and proposing solutions
- Highly organized, detail oriented, adaptable and quick-thinking with a proactive approach, an enterprise focus, an understanding of shifting business needs and the ability to change priorities with ease
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate knowledgeably and effectively
- Ability to manage multiple channels of communication simultaneously such as phone, email, tickets and chat
SO, WHY NEXTIVA?
Our people do amazing things to help businesses solve their toughest challenges. Really, they do. We simplify the way businesses communicate, creating innovative and affordable solutions for businesses of all sizes. We acquired our first customer in 2008 and today thousands use our tools and platform. Talented team members around the globe embrace Amazing Service – this culture of Amazing Service extends to how we treat both our customers and one another. We are passionate about Nextiva's unique culture and are looking for like-minded individuals that share our values and vision.
NEXTIVA DNA (Core Competencies)
Nextiva's most successful team members share common traits and behaviors:
- Drives Results: Action-oriented problem solvers who quickly bring clarity and simplicity to ambiguity, challenge the status quo, and lead meaningful change; celebrating wins to fuel momentum. They act swiftly and pragmatically, learning and improving as they go.
- Critical Thinker: Data-driven, forward-thinking individuals who identify key drivers, anticipate risks, and deliver clear recommendations. They confidently leverage AI and automation to reduce friction, improve decision-making, and focus on higher-value work.
- Right Attitude: Collaborative, competitive, and resilient team players who jump in to solve tough problems, learn from setbacks, and foster a culture of service, respect, and care for customers and teammates.
TOTAL REWARDS
Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to allow Nexties to take care of themselves and their families so they can be their best, in and out of the office.
Our compensation packages are tailored to each role and candidate's qualifications. We consider a wide range of factors, including skills, experience, training, and certifications, when determining compensation. We aim to offer competitive salaries or wages that reflect the value you bring to our team. Depending on the position, compensation may include base salary and/or hourly wages, incentives, or bonuses.
The expected hiring range is 110,000 - $175,000. A different level in the job hierarchy may apply to a specific candidate, resulting in a different hiring range.
- Health: Multiple health plan options to suit your needs, including medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine coverage
- Insurance: Life, disability, and supplemental indemnity plans
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible Time Off for salaried employees, PTO for hourly employees, Paid Sick Time, Paid Parental Bonding Leave, and holiday pay
- Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Accounts with company contributions, Dependent Care FSA
- Wellness: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and comprehensive wellness initiatives
- Growth: Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities and career advancement
At Nextiva, we're committed to supporting our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth. Join us and build a rewarding career!
Nextiva is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Nextiva participates in the E-Verify Program where and as required by law. For additional information about E-Verify visit USCIS.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Staff Devops Engineer
Map your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
A master's degree in computer science or a related field positions you for EB-2. Without one, five or more years of progressive DevOps experience documented through reference letters and performance reviews can support EB-3 as a skilled worker.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Search OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications for DevOps or site reliability titles. Employers already familiar with labor certification for infrastructure roles are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-process due to cost or complexity concerns.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Staff DevOps Engineer roles by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Targeting companies already active in PERM filings for engineering roles cuts your job search time and reduces the risk of pursuing employers unprepared for the process.
Understand how the PERM job description locks in your role
DOL requires your employer to document the minimum requirements for your position before your application goes public. Inflated requirements, like demanding a specific cloud vendor certification, can trigger audit or denial, so work with your employer early to align the job description to what the role genuinely needs.
Negotiate your start date around PERM processing timelines
PERM labor certification currently takes many months from filing to certification, and the I-140 follows after. If you're changing employers mid-process, your priority date from a previous employer's approved I-140 can potentially transfer, so confirm portability eligibility with your new employer before accepting an offer.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before signing an offer
Employers sponsoring you through PERM must be able to demonstrate ongoing ability to pay your offered wage. Confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled and financially stable, since USCIS scrutinizes ability to pay from the priority date forward through the entire green card process.
Green Card Staff Devops Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff DevOps Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3?
Staff DevOps Engineer roles most commonly qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, though EB-2 is available if the position genuinely requires an advanced degree and your employer can document that requirement through PERM. Roles involving complex distributed systems architecture, staff-level technical leadership, or research-adjacent infrastructure work tend to support EB-2 classification more strongly.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
The H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with an annual lottery cap, while PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery involved. PERM is slower overall, often taking one to three years from labor certification through I-140 approval and adjustment of status, but it removes the lottery risk entirely and puts you on a path to a green card rather than a visa you renew every few years.
What documentation strengthens a Staff DevOps Engineer PERM application?
DOL requires your employer to run a supervised recruitment process before filing. On your side, detailed employment verification letters showing progressive responsibility, infrastructure architecture you've owned, and team scope you've led all help establish that you meet the documented minimum requirements. If you're pursuing EB-2, transcripts or a foreign credential evaluation confirming your degree equivalency are essential.
How do I find Staff DevOps Engineer jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify PERM sponsorship directly, which makes targeting employers with prior PERM filing history more reliable than filtering job boards by keyword. Migrate Mate surfaces Staff DevOps Engineer roles from employers with verified green card sponsorship activity, so you're not wasting time applying to companies that haven't navigated the process before.
Can I change employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change to a same or similar role after your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. For Staff DevOps Engineers moving between infrastructure or platform engineering roles, the occupational similarity standard is generally met, but you'll want your new employer to confirm in writing before you resign.