Infrastructure Engineer at Twitter (X), Hartford, Connecticut

Company Overview Twitter (X) is a global platform for public self-expression and conversation in real time. With millions of users and a mission to serve the public conversation, Twitter (X) is where people come to discover what's happening and share their thoughts. Located in Hartford, Connecticut, our engineering team is at the forefront of developing the infrastructure that powers our platform, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and security. Key Responsibilities For Infrastructure Engineer As an Infrastructure Engineer at Twitter (X), you will be responsible for: - Designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance infrastructure systems. - Collaborating with software engineers to optimize system performance and resolve scalability issues. - Automating deployment processes and implementing continuous integration and delivery pipelines. - Monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring high availability and disaster recovery. - Participating in the design and implementation of security measures to protect data and infrastructure. - Researching and recommending new technologies to improve system scalability and performance. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. - A minimum of 3 years of experience in infrastructure engineering or a similar role. - Strong experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). - Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash). - Solid understanding of networking protocols and concepts. - Experience with automation and configuration management tools (Ansible, Terraform). - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Desired Skills - Experience with database administration and tuning (SQL, NoSQL). - Knowledge of security best practices and tools. - Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana) and log management (ELK stack). - Experience with Agile methodologies and practices. - Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Compensation & Benefits Twitter (X) offers a competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain the best talent. For the Infrastructure Engineer position, the annual salary range is $100,000 - $130,000, depending on experience. Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, generous paid time off, parental leave, and continuous learning opportunities. Employees also enjoy a dynamic work environment with flexible work arrangements. How to Apply If you are passionate about building robust infrastructure and want to make an impact at a global technology company, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the Infrastructure Engineer position at Twitter (X), please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your qualifications and interest in the role through our careers page. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Join us at Twitter (X) and help shape the future of communication and technology.