DevOps Engineer

About The Company Lyra Health is a leading provider of evidence-based mental health care, serving more than 20 million people globally in partnership with employers and more than 100 million through health plan and partner relationships. The company has delivered more than 15 million sessions of mental health care, published more than 35 peer-reviewed studies, and delivered unmatched outcomes in terms of access, clinical effectiveness, and cost efficiency. Extensive peer-reviewed research confirms Lyra’s transformative care model helps people recover twice as fast and results in a 26% annual reduction in overall healthcare claims costs. Lyra is transforming access to life-changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, the only fully integrated, AI-powered platform combining the highest-quality care and technology solutions. About The Role We’re looking for an exceptional Sr. DevOps Engineer to join our team. As a Lyra Sr. DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure, as well as supporting our software delivery pipelines. We care deeply about making a difference in people’s lives, and we hope you do too! You will focus heavily on modernizing our platform tooling, evolving our production Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) footprint, and optimizing our managed cloud datastores (AWS RDS, Aurora, ElastiCache). Your expertise will ensure the stability, scalability, and security of our infrastructure, enabling our development teams to deliver high-quality features efficiently and reliably. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, product managers, and security specialists, will be key to ensuring our infrastructure aligns with our strategic goals and industry best practices. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of healthcare technology, leveraging cloud-native solutions, automation, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to enhance our platform’s performance and reliability. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of Lyra’s infrastructure, supporting our mission to provide accessible, effective mental health care to millions worldwide. Qualifications To succeed in this role, candidates should possess a strong background in DevOps practices and cloud infrastructure management. A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred. Proven experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, is essential, including hands-on knowledge of services such as EKS, RDS, Aurora, and ElastiCache. Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation is required. Candidates should have experience with containerization, orchestration, and automation, along with a solid understanding of networking, security, and monitoring in cloud environments. Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or similar are necessary. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are critical for success. Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure cloud infrastructure solutions on AWS, with a focus on EKS and managed cloud datastores. Automate deployment processes and improve CI/CD pipelines to ensure rapid and reliable software delivery. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize infrastructure for cost-efficiency and high availability. Collaborate with development teams to integrate infrastructure requirements into application architectures and deployment strategies. Implement security best practices, conduct regular audits, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and DevOps trends, recommending improvements to enhance platform capabilities. Document infrastructure configurations, procedures, and best practices to promote knowledge sharing and operational excellence. Benefits Lyra Health offers a competitive compensation package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, along with wellness programs to support your physical and mental well-being. Employees enjoy flexible work arrangements, including remote work options, to promote work-life balance. We provide opportunities for professional development, including training, certifications, and participation in industry conferences. Lyra fosters an inclusive and collaborative work environment that values diversity and innovation. Additional benefits include paid time off, parental leave, and employee assistance programs designed to support your personal and professional growth. Equal Opportunity Lyra Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that diverse teams foster innovative ideas and better solutions, and we are dedicated to providing a workplace where everyone can thrive.