Software Engineer I

Candidates typically face a 60‑minute online aptitude test followed by two technical rounds covering DevOps fundamentals, AWS concepts, and scripting. The final HR round assesses cultural fit and career aspirations. Interview difficulty is moderate; thorough preparation on CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure greatly improves chances.

Cepheid promotes a collaborative, inclusive environment where engineers are encouraged to experiment and learn. The company offers structured mentorship, regular knowledge‑sharing sessions, and a healthy work‑life balance supported by flexible timings and remote‑work options when needed.

B.Tech/M.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology or related engineering discipline; minimum 60% aggregate (or CGPA 6.0/10); graduating batch 2025‑2026; maximum 2 backlogs allowed; strong communication skills.

Round 1: Online Aptitude & Logical Reasoning Test → Round 2: Technical Interview (DevOps concepts, scripting, cloud design) → Round 3: HR Interview (fit, motivations, compensation discussion)

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, is a global leader in molecular diagnostics, delivering rapid, accurate tests that save lives every day. With a heritage of scientific innovation and a commitment to continuous improvement through the Danaher Business System, Cepheid has built a reputation for cutting‑edge technology, collaborative culture, and a relentless focus on patient outcomes. The company’s headquarters are in the United States, but its engineering hubs in India, especially in Bangalore, play a pivotal role in developing cloud‑native platforms, automation frameworks, and data‑driven solutions that power its diagnostic instruments worldwide. As a Software Engineer I (DevOps) at Cepheid, you will join a fast‑growing team that bridges software development and operations. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the CI/CD pipelines that enable rapid, reliable delivery of cloud‑based applications. Your work will directly influence the speed at which new diagnostic features reach the market, ensuring that clinicians have the most up‑to‑date tools for patient care. The role offers exposure to modern cloud infrastructure, IaC practices, and a suite of enterprise tools, making it an ideal launchpad for a career in DevOps and site reliability engineering. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Design and implement scalable CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD or GitHub Actions. 2. Develop Infrastructure‑as‑Code templates with Terraform, Puppet or Chef to provision AWS resources. 3. Automate build, test, and deployment workflows for multiple micro‑services. 4. Manage and administer development and production tool servers such as Perforce, JIRA, Confluence, and Code Collaborator. 5. Implement monitoring, alerting, and performance dashboards to ensure high availability. 6. Enforce security best practices and compliance standards across the DevOps lifecycle. 7. Create and maintain documentation, including IQ protocols, backup/recovery policies, and upgrade plans. 8. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to troubleshoot incidents and improve system reliability. 9. Participate in on‑call rotations and incident response drills. 10. Stay updated with emerging DevOps tools and propose improvements. **Tech Stack**: AWS, Terraform, Jenkins/GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes, Python/Bash, Linux, Perforce, JIRA, Confluence, Monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana). **Growth Path**: Starting as a Software Engineer I, you can progress to Senior DevOps Engineer, Cloud Platform Lead, or Site Reliability Engineer, with opportunities to move into architecture or product management roles within Danaher’s global network. **Why Join Cepheid?** You will work on life‑saving technology, gain hands‑on experience with industry‑standard cloud and automation tools, and grow in a culture that values continuous learning, mentorship, and work‑life balance. The company’s global reach offers exposure to diverse teams and the chance to make a tangible impact on healthcare worldwide.