Technical Lead

Location:

Pune, MH, IN

Department: Data Center

PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) is an independent technology company maximizing customer value by delivering digital advertising’s supply chain of the future.

PubMatic’s sell-side platform empowers the world’s leading digital content creators across the open internet to control access to their inventory and increase monetization by enabling marketers to drive return on investment and reach addressable audiences across ad formats and devices.

Since 2006, our infrastructure-driven approach has allowed for the efficient processing and utilization of data in real time. By delivering scalable and flexible programmatic innovation, we improve outcomes for our customers while championing a vibrant and transparent digital advertising supply chain.

Position Description

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Technical Lead to oversee and manage the Datacenter Operations. The ideal candidate will combine a deep understanding of technology with leadership and communication skills to mentor teams, ensure best practices, that aligned with business objectives.

Responsibilities:

Provide L3/L4 support for CentOS, Ubuntu, and Rocky Linux environments, ensuring smooth operation and swift resolution of any issues or outages.
Oversee the design, implementation, and management of different Application clusters, Kubernetes environments and other tech stacks
Lead the ideation and execution of POC initiatives to explore new technologies, tools, and methodologies.
Manage and troubleshoot operational issues to optimize performance and ensure high availability of services.
Drive automation across infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring to enhance operational efficiency.
Support Data center expansion initiatives, including capacity planning, traffic management, software / hardware upgrades and infrastructure optimization.
Conduct in-depth troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) for complex system issues, identifying underlying causes and implementing permanent resolutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain system upgrades, patches, and enhancements.
Create and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
Participate in P1/P2 to support for critical systems and infrastructure issues
Mentor and guide team members, fostering professional growth and technical expertise.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the adoption of new tools and methodologies.
Work closely with business leaders to align technical solutions with organizational objectives.
Ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability of applications through proactive monitoring, incident management, and disaster recovery planning.
Serve as a bridge between developers and infrastructure teams, facilitating communication and collaboration to ensure seamless deployment and operation of applications.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
8+ years of experience with a proven track record in technical leadership roles, Senior System Engineering, DevOps
Proficiency in administering CentOS, Ubuntu, and Rocky Linux systems in production environments
Familiar with load balancing, DNS, configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Prometheus, ELK stack and Cloud Technologies
Strong programming and scripting skills (e.g., Python, Go, or equivalent).
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Relevant certifications such as RHCE, CKA, or equivalent are a plus.

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Return to Office: PubMatic employees throughout the global have returned to our offices via a hybrid work schedule (3 days “in office” and 2 days “working remotely”) that is intended to maximize collaboration, innovation, and productivity among teams and across functions.

Benefits: Our benefits package includes the best of what leading organizations provide, such as stock options, paternity/maternity leave, healthcare insurance, broadband reimbursement. As well, when we’re back in the office, we all benefit from a kitchen loaded with healthy snacks and drinks and catered lunches and much more!

Diversity and Inclusion: PubMatic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer; we don’t just value diversity, we promote and celebrate it. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.