Dynatrace Observability Engineer
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- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Administer and configure Dynatrace platform.
- Onboard applications and infrastructure for monitoring.
- Design alerting and problem management systems.
- Automate processes with APIs and scripting.
- Develop dashboards and reports for insights.
About the role
Dynatrace Observability Engineer
Lincoln Softtech LLC is seeking a Dynatrace Observability Engineer to join their team. This is a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Dynatrace platform administration and advanced configuration aligned to best practices.
- Application and infrastructure onboarding, including APM, RUM, tracing, and dependency mapping.
- Alerting, event, and problem management design to reduce noise and improve signal quality.
- Development of automation using Dynatrace APIs, Terraform, Ansible, and scripting (Python, PowerShell, shell).
- Standardized monitoring intake and lifecycle processes for new systems and applications.
- Dashboarding and reporting across applications, infrastructure, cloud, and key platforms (including database, storage, network, and SAP workloads).
- High availability design and monitoring for Dynatrace agents, extensions, and synthetic tests.
- Proactive application and performance analysis including stack traces, RUM insights, and network flows.
- Definition of observability standards, access models, and operating procedures.
- Enablement of client teams through documentation, working sessions, and periodic value reviews.
Must Have & Desired Skills:
- Dynatrace Administration
- Dynatrace APIs
- Terraform
- Ansible
- Scripting (Python, PowerShell, shell)
Key skills/competency:
- Dynatrace
- Observability
- APM
- RUM
- Terraform
- Ansible
- Python
- PowerShell
- Shell Scripting
- Cloud Monitoring
Skills & topics
- Dynatrace
- Observability
- APM
- RUM
- Tracing
- Terraform
- Ansible
- Python
- PowerShell
- Shell Scripting
- Cloud Monitoring
- Dynatrace APIs
- Remote
- Engineer
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight Dynatrace administration, API, Terraform, Ansible, and scripting skills.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Emphasize your experience with APM, RUM, and cloud monitoring.
- Prepare for technical questions: Review Dynatrace best practices and automation techniques.
- Showcase problem-solving: Be ready to discuss how you've reduced alert noise and improved signal quality.
- Research Lincoln Softtech LLC: Understand their client-focused approach and the value you can bring.
Technical preparation
Master Dynatrace platform features and configuration.,Practice writing automation scripts with Python/Shell.,Familiarize with Terraform and Ansible for IaC.,Understand APM, RUM, and tracing concepts.
Behavioral questions
Describe reducing alert noise for a system.,How do you enable client teams with new tech?,Tell me about a complex monitoring challenge.,How do you ensure high availability of monitoring?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Dynatrace Observability Engineer at Lincoln Softtech LLC?
- The Dynatrace Observability Engineer at Lincoln Softtech LLC is responsible for Dynatrace platform administration, advanced configuration, application and infrastructure onboarding, designing alerting systems, developing automation using APIs and scripting, and creating dashboards and reports. They also define observability standards and enable client teams.
- Is this Dynatrace Observability Engineer role remote?
- Yes, this Dynatrace Observability Engineer position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere.
- What technical skills are essential for the Dynatrace Observability Engineer role?
- Essential technical skills include Dynatrace Administration, Dynatrace APIs, Terraform, Ansible, and scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, and shell.
- What kind of automation experience is required for this Dynatrace role?
- The role requires experience in developing automation using Dynatrace APIs, Terraform, Ansible, and scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and shell.
- How does Lincoln Softtech LLC handle monitoring for new systems and applications in this role?
- Lincoln Softtech LLC utilizes standardized monitoring intake and lifecycle processes for new systems and applications, managed by the Dynatrace Observability Engineer.
- What performance analysis techniques will the Dynatrace Observability Engineer use?
- The engineer will perform proactive application and performance analysis using techniques such as stack traces, RUM insights, and network flow analysis.
- How can I best prepare my resume for the Dynatrace Observability Engineer position?
- To best prepare your resume, focus on quantifying your achievements in Dynatrace administration, automation, and monitoring improvements. Clearly list your proficiency with Dynatrace APIs, Terraform, Ansible, and your preferred scripting languages.
- What is the typical career growth for a Dynatrace Observability Engineer at a company like Lincoln Softtech LLC?
- Career growth can lead to senior observability roles, specialization in cloud-native monitoring, or leadership positions in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) or DevOps teams, depending on performance and company needs.