DevOps Engineer Senior

DevOps Engineer Senior

The DevOps Engineer Senior is responsible for optimizing development and operational workflows, ensuring efficient integration across technology platforms. This role involves designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud infrastructure, and automating processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and security. The DevOps Engineer Senior works on key initiatives such as cloud migration and legacy system modernization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate DevOps best practices into the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

The role also ensures compliance with regulatory standards and involves exercising discretion and independent judgment in both technical decision-making and strategic planning. Additionally, the position requires advanced technical expertise and specialized knowledge to manage complex systems, develop and maintain automation tools, and lead efforts to modernize infrastructure in alignment with business goals.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated CI/CD pipelines to streamline software delivery processes.
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure, with a focus on Azure.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform, ARM templates, or Ansible.
• Monitor production systems and deployment pipelines.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and quality assurance teams.
• Automate repetitive tasks.
• Develop and maintain logging, monitoring, and alerting systems.
• Ensure all systems and processes comply with SDLC, regulatory, and security standards.
• Lead efforts to modernize legacy systems.
• Act as a technical mentor for junior DevOps engineers.
• Document technical workflows, standards, and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and implementation.
• Research and evaluate new DevOps tools and technologies.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of industry experience with a minimum of 7+ years of experience developing on the Java Platform or .NET.
• 2-4 years in using Azure, Azure CLI, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Shell scripting, and Azure DevOps.
• Deep knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or equivalent platforms.
• Extensive experience managing cloud infrastructure, particularly in Azure; familiarity with AWS or GCP is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with tools like Terraform, ARM templates, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes for application deployment and management.
• Strong skills in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for process automation.
• Expertise in system monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk) and log management for performance optimization.
• In-depth understanding of Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) principles and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for resolving complex technical issues.
• Excellent ability to work with cross-functional teams, including developers, QA, and system administrators.
• Clear and concise communication skills, including the ability to document workflows, standards, and technical processes effectively.
• Proven ability to mentor junior team members, lead initiatives, and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and quickly learning new technologies or processes.
• Ability to align DevOps solutions with organizational goals, ensuring scalability, reliability, and innovation.
• Familiarity with financial industry standards and compliance requirements is highly preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or in a related field.

Special Instructions to Candidates

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to assist individuals with disabilities to complete the online application process. Please contact our Human Resources Department at 305-577-7680 or by email at employment@citynational.com.