Full-Time

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

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Forma

Forma

201-500 employees

Flexible employee benefits management platform

Consulting
Social Impact
Education

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Site Reliability Engineering
Required Skills
Bash
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Python
Java
AWS
Go
Terraform
Linux/Unix
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 8+ years of backend software development experience
  • Strong understanding of operating systems (Linux, Windows, etc.), networking, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, and/or Azure).
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies (Kubernetes) and orchestration tools.
  • Expertise in at least one programming language (Python, Go, Java, etc.) and scripting languages (Bash).
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Circle CI, Github Actions, etc.) to automate software delivery and deployments.
  • Working knowledge of IAC tools such as Terraform
  • Experience at an early-stage startup is a plus
  • Fintech experience a plus
Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain on-call, monitoring and alerting systems to proactively detect issues before they impact users. Also ensure systems have robust SLOs, logging and tracing capabilities for effective troubleshooting.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve outages, conduct post-incident reviews (postmortems), and implement changes to prevent future occurrences.
  • Develop tools and scripts to streamline operations, reduce manual toil, and improve efficiency.
  • Build and maintain promote best practices, and troubleshoot CI/CD infrastructure.
  • Have the ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
  • Mentor Engineering team members to promote a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
  • Apply software engineering principles to infrastructure and operations. Conduct chaos engineering experiments to identify system weaknesses and improve resilience.

Forma provides a flexible benefits platform designed for HR teams and employers to enhance their employee benefits offerings, particularly in remote and hybrid work settings. The platform allows employers to tailor a variety of benefits to meet the specific needs of their employees, promoting higher utilization and satisfaction. Forma addresses common HR challenges, such as underutilization of benefits, by simplifying access and increasing awareness among employees. Additionally, the platform includes tools for monitoring compliance and risk, ensuring that companies adhere to relevant regulations. Unlike many competitors, Forma focuses on flexibility and accessibility, making it easier for organizations to create a healthier and more engaged workforce. The goal of Forma is to transform employee benefits management, providing a beneficial solution for both employers and employees.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$38.9M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

15%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for personalized benefits boosts Forma's market relevance and adoption.
  • Integration of wellness programs aligns with Forma's platform capabilities.
  • Expansion of remote work policies increases demand for flexible benefits Forma offers.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from established HR tech companies like Workday and ADP is intensifying.
  • Economic downturns may lead to reduced HR spending on new benefits platforms.
  • Data privacy concerns and regulations could impact Forma's data handling practices.

What makes Forma unique

  • Forma offers a user-friendly interface for direct access to benefits options.
  • The platform provides preferred pricing without reimbursement hassles, saving time and money.
  • Forma's flexibility allows tailored benefits, enhancing employee satisfaction and utilization.

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