Lead DevOps Engineer

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. Lead the architecture, design, development, and deployment of DevOps workflows for cloud-native applications and enterprise-grade infrastructure .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $180,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in cloud infrastructure, automation, and DevOps engineering, with a strong focus on AWS and infrastructure-as-code tooling such as Terraform. Proven ability to lead teams, communicate complex technical concepts effectively, and implement best practices for cloud-native application deployment.

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Cloud Infrastructure ExpertiseTerraform ProficiencyAWS Cloud Services KnowledgeCI/CD Pipeline ExperienceTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Infrastructure-As-CodeCloud-Native Application DevelopmentContainer TechnologiesProgramming Languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, GoCloud Security ConceptsServerless ArchitecturesAI Infrastructure ToolingSoftware Design PatternsAgile PracticesCloud Data Services

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaboration with Cross-Functional TeamsMentorship and GuidanceProblem-SolvingStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

TerraformGitLabGitHubJenkinsSonarQubeFortifyAWS CloudFormationAWS CDKHelmAWS Lambda

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

DevOps WorkflowsCloud ArchitectureEmerging Cloud TechnologiesLegacy Application MigrationAI-Driven SDLC

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDockerDynamoDBJavaJavaScriptJenkinsKubernetesPythonSDLCTerraformVaultGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the architecture, design, development, and deployment of DevOps workflows for cloud-native applications and enterprise-grade infrastructure
Automate development and operational workflows using Terraform, GitLab/GitHub, Jenkins, SonarQube, Fortify, and related tools
Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional technologists to design and implement enterprise DevOps solutions
Champion robust cloud architecture, DevOps best practices, and emerging cloud technologies
Break down complex technical problems into effective solutions that drive client success
Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership to development teams
Prioritize work, manage dependencies, and ensure stakeholder alignment
Engage client stakeholders throughout the technical journey
Communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Define, document, and drive best practices for application deployment, infrastructure maintenance, and cloud service management
Lead evaluation and implementation of new cloud tools and technologies
Collaborate with Product and UX experts and client product and engineering stakeholders during discovery and delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure, automation, and DevOps engineering
At least 5+ years in a leadership or senior engineering role
Expertise with infrastructure-as-code tooling, particularly Terraform
Extensive experience architecting, designing, and deploying cloud-native applications, with a strong focus on AWS
In-depth knowledge of AWS cloud services
Deep understanding of container technologies such as Docker; Kubernetes experience is a plus
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, including GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or other CI/CD tools
Proven collaboration with cross-functional teams on architecture, features, and complex problem-solving
Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and clients
Strong grasp of software design patterns, development methodologies, and agile practices
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
Experience with CloudFormation, CDK, Helm, and other infrastructure automation tools
Familiarity with migrating legacy applications to the cloud and modernizing existing systems
Understanding of cloud security concepts and tools, including AWS IAM, HashiCorp Vault, and CyberArk
Experience with cloud data services such as AWS Aurora and DynamoDB
Proficiency in at least one programming language: Java, JavaScript, Python, or Go; Python preferred
Expertise with serverless architectures and AWS Lambda
Exposure to AI infrastructure tooling such as AWS Bedrock, LLM gateways, token cost management, and AWS AgentCore
Familiarity with AI agent frameworks such as LangChain
Experience using AI coding assistants such as Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor
Awareness of emerging concepts such as context engineering and AI-driven SDLC

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary range of $180,000–$210,000 per year
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus determined by company and individual performance
Supportive and inclusive work environment
Equal employment opportunity policy