--- title: 'DevOps Engineer at SmartRent' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/devops-engineer-smartrent-phoenix-mfjrs9bswcvs' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-13' --- # DevOps Engineer at SmartRent - **Company:** SmartRent - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-09-11 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/smartrent/jobs/6188475004 ## Job description ## Who We Are SmartRent (NYSE: SMRT) is revolutionizing how people live and work with the industry’s only end-to-end platform designed for the rental housing industry. By uniting purpose-built software, integrated hardware and full implementation and support in one ecosystem, we help owners and operators simplify operations, cut costs and deliver exceptional resident experiences. Recognized by Deloitte, HousingWire and the PropTech Breakthrough Awards, SmartRent is shaping the future of property technology and redefining what it means to make rental housing smarter. Job Description We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to play a crucial role in accelerating our infrastructure evolution. In this role, you will bridge traditional cloud infrastructure with next-generation AI enablement collaborating with software development, operations, and security teams to build highly scalable, secure, and resilient SmartRent solutions. Your expertise in infrastructure automation, deployment strategies, and AIOps will maintain high availability and drive continuous innovation across our smart building and IoT ecosystem. Prefer a candidate in Phoenix, AZ to report to our HQ, but open to candidates outside of Arizona ## Responsibilities - Partner with engineering teams to design, provision, update, and maintain multi-region AWS environments using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) to support microservices and business growth. Own and maintain our Terraform module library. - Design, build, and maintain Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD) workflows across multiple environments, integrating continuous feedback loops and automated testing for rapid, reliable deployments. - Support the infrastructure footprint for smart-building data pipelines, IoT telemetry, and AI/LLM-powered feature rollouts. - Implement AIOps, predictive analytics, anomaly detection, and automated alert responses using DataDog (Logs, Metrics, APM) and CloudWatch to optimize system performance, observability, and uptime. - Drive self-healing infrastructure, intelligent auto-scaling, cost-optimization strategies, and automated incident response workflows. Implement best practices to create secure, observable, and scalable services. - Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation to handle incident escalations, troubleshoot system outages, and ensure high platform availability. Perform other duties as required. - Perform other duties as required. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience). - 2+ years of professional DevOps, Platform, or Cloud Engineering experience. - 2+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) to manage cloud resources. - Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture principles on AWS, GCP, or other cloud computing platforms. - Hands-on programming experience (e.g., Python, Go, or similar functional/object-oriented languages). - Experience with modern containerization and orchestration tooling (Docker, Kubernetes). - Collaborative mindset and strong cloud solutions building skills. ## Preferred Qualifications - Advanced experience maintaining and automating Terraform module libraries for declarative infrastructure deployments. - Deep background in building, securing, and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines. - Hands-on experience with AIOps, predictive analytics, and automated telemetry tracking. We Put Our Employees First We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future. For our US employees, this includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with low deductibles and 75–100% employer contributions. We also provide flexible and generous PTO (because we know how important work-life balance is), a competitive 401(k) with employer contributions, paid parental leave, discounted insurance plans for pets and legal services and an employee stock purchase plan to help you invest in your future. You’ll fit right in if you: - Do the hard work and go out of your way to deliver excellence - Own outcomes and learn from your mistakes - Are a collaborative and supportive team player—win or lose, you lift others up - Value authenticity, diverse perspectives, and inclusion in the workplace - Have a passion for smart tech and the real estate industry [Privacy Policy](https://smartrent.com/privacy/#:~:text=SmartRent%20values%20your%20privacy%20and,whom%20it%20may%20be%20shared.&text=We%20collect%20personal%20information%20about,of%20our%20Site%20or%20Services.) ## About SmartRent ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: SmartRent provides end-to-end smart home and operations solutions for the rental housing industry, enabling property owners and managers to create connected communities and streamline operations. - **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: SMRT) - **Headquarters**: Phoenix, AZ, USA (with additional office in Hyderabad, India) - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Not publicly available in provided sources ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: PropTech (property technology) / Smart Home - **Target customers**: B2B (multifamily property owners, operators, property managers, student housing) and B2C (residents) - **Mission or purpose**: "Everyone deserves to live and work better through smart technology." ## Products & Services - **Smart Communities Solutions**: Cloud‑based software platform paired with a suite of IoT hardware (smart locks, thermostats, sensors, leak detectors) to create connected rental communities. Includes access control, self‑guided tours, community WiFi, parking management, and answer automation. - **Smart Operations Solutions**: Work management tools for maintenance, resident engagement, and property operations. Acquired SightPlan to expand these capabilities. - **Alloy Hardware Line**: Proprietary smart home devices including Deadbolt+ (with Apple integration), Fusion, and Leak Sensor+. - **Integrations**: Seamless connectivity with major property management systems (Yardi, Entrata) and CRM tools, as well as a wide range of third‑party smart devices. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (public company – stock price fluctuates) - **Key Metric**: Revenue not disclosed; however, the company reported over 1.2 million connected devices, 890 k clients served, and 3 million+ rental homes serviced by its Smart Operations solutions as of December 31, 2025. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: RET Ventures (led Series A and participated in subsequent rounds). Strategic integrations with Yardi, Entrata, and other property management platforms. - **Growth Signals**: - Named to Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500™ list in 2023 and 2024. - Winner of HousingWire’s Tech100 Real Estate awards in 2021, 2022, and 2023. - Deployed 500,000 installed units, named industry leader in smart home tech for rental housing. - Achieved one million self‑guided tours via its platform. - Acquired SightPlan in 2024 to add maintenance and resident engagement tools. ## Competitive Advantages - **End‑to‑end platform**: Single vendor providing both hardware (Alloy line) and cloud software, simplifying deployment and support for property owners. - **Scale & proven traction**: Over 1.2 million connected devices and 3 million+ rental homes managed, with deep integrations into the most widely used property management systems. - **Industry recognition**: Repeated awards from HousingWire and Deloitte demonstrate market validation. - **Strategic partnerships**: Strong backing from RET Ventures, a real‑estate focused VC, and close ties with major PMS providers. ## Strategic Focus - **Next‑generation smart property technology**: Announced a $10 million investment in 2024 to develop advanced solutions. - **Community WiFi**: Launched a dedicated solution to address resident internet needs, a critical demand in rental housing. - **Automation & data insights**: Expanding tools that maximize NOI, improve efficiency, and enhance resident and staff experiences. - **Integration ecosystem**: Continuing to deepen partnerships with property management and CRM platforms. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: “Casual, welcoming work environment where employees can be themselves and do their best work.” Core values emphasize inclusivity and innovation. - **Benefits**: - 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and their dependents. - Generous 401k and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). - Flexible time off (“take the time you need”). - **Locations**: Phoenix, AZ (HQ) and Hyderabad, India. Hybrid/remote policy not explicitly stated, but the careers page highlights a “casual” environment. - **Engineering culture**: Opportunity to work on IoT, software, hardware, and cloud technologies in a fast‑growing public company that has been recognized as a top innovator in proptech. ## Sources 1. [SmartRent Careers](https://smartrent.com/careers/) 2. [SmartRent Main Site](https://smartrent.com/) 3. [SmartRent About Us](https://smartrent.com/about-us/) 4. [SmartRent LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/smartrentdotcom) 5. 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