Simplify Logo

Full-Time

Devops Engineer 2

Posted on 6/15/2024

AppLovin

AppLovin

501-1,000 employees

Tools for mobile app growth and monetization

Data & Analytics
Consulting
VR & AR
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$90k - $161kAnnually

+ Equity + Dental + Vision + Other Incentives

Mid

Palo Alto, CA, USA

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
DevOps Engineering
Required Skills
Chef
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Python
Puppet
Ruby
Docker
AWS
Terraform
Ansible
Development Operations (DevOps)
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • BS and/or MS in Computer Science with 3+ years of experience
  • Knowledge working around command line shell
  • Experience writing code preferably in Python or Ruby
  • Ability to learn, consolidate and apply new technical knowledge quickly
  • Excited about applying DevOps principles to a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of configuration management systems (i.e. Chef, Puppet, Salt, Ansible)
  • Experience using infrastructure as code tools (i.e Terraform)
  • Exposure to Kubernetes and Docker
  • Experience with major cloud platforms (i.e. AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.)
Responsibilities
  • Write, maintain, and productize elegant, scalable scripts, programs, and workflows on Google Cloud Platform to automate system-related tasks
  • Use monitoring tools to identify, resolve, and troubleshoot service issues
  • Build, design, and maintain large-scale distributed systems on-premise and on the cloud
  • Help create and maintain internal documentation
  • Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation

AppLovin provides tools and services for mobile app developers to help them grow their businesses. Their platform assists developers in acquiring new users, monetizing their apps through in-app advertising, and analyzing user data to enhance app performance. AppLovin's offerings cater to various stages of an app's lifecycle, including user acquisition, ad monetization, and analytics. They generate revenue by automating ad placements within apps and charging for user acquisition services. By acquiring other companies like Machine Zone, AppLovin strengthens its market position and expands its technology and expertise. The goal of AppLovin is to be a comprehensive solution for mobile app developers, enabling them to effectively grow and monetize their applications.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.9B

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

10%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Significant investments from entities like Norges Bank and Alpine Woods Capital Investors indicate strong market confidence in AppLovin's growth potential.
  • The partnership with Flip to launch an ad marketplace using AXON technology could open new revenue streams and expand AppLovin's market reach.
  • The Gaming App Insights report, developed with Adjust, positions AppLovin as a thought leader in mobile gaming trends and analytics.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive mobile app market requires continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Dependence on acquisitions for growth could lead to integration challenges and potential cultural clashes.

What makes AppLovin unique

  • AppLovin's AXON technology offers advanced AI-driven advertising solutions, setting it apart from competitors in the mobile ad tech space.
  • The company's acquisition strategy, including the purchase of Machine Zone, allows it to integrate new technologies and expand its service offerings.
  • AppLovin's comprehensive suite of tools for user acquisition, ad monetization, and analytics provides a one-stop solution for mobile app developers.
INACTIVE