Director of DevOps

IN2 SaaS Recruitment International SaaS Staffing Solutions
GB - united kingdom
May 8, 2025

Position Overview

The Director of DevOps Engineering will lead the strategy, architecture, and deployment of scalable DevOps and infrastructure solutions across the organization. This role is focused on driving best practices in cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, and automation while guiding the Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps teams. The ideal candidate brings extensive knowledge in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and project management, as well as a proven ability to manage and mentor high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

DevOps Strategy:
Define and implement a cohesive DevOps vision, championing best practices in cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, and automation.
Team Leadership:
Lead and develop a high-impact DevOps engineering team, promoting skills growth and career development.
Infrastructure Optimization:
Oversee infrastructure architecture to ensure reliability, security, and scalability across production and staging.
Automation & Efficiency:
Drive automation throughout the software lifecycle to enhance deployment and scaling.
Security & Compliance:
Implement DevSecOps and ensure compliance with security standards.
Collaboration:
Work closely with software engineering, QA, and product teams to streamline workflows and enhance software quality.
Cost Management:
Optimize cloud costs and work with finance to manage budgets.
Incident Management:
Ensure effective monitoring, incident management, and root cause analysis to resolve issues quickly.
Culture & Values:
Foster an inclusive workplace and actively support the company's mission and values.

Technical Skills & Competencies

Cloud Expertise:
Proficiency in AWS, Azure, and DevSecOps practices.
CI/CD Tools:
Skilled in CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, and CircleCI.
Distributed Systems:
Knowledge of distributed systems, databases, and search technologies.
Broad Technical Knowledge:
Strong foundation in software development, infrastructure, and quality assurance.
Analytical Decision-Making:
Ability to make data-driven decisions, balancing risk, cost, and value.
Clear Communication:
Exceptional written and verbal skills across all organizational levels.
Security & Compliance:
Understanding of networking, security best practices, and compliance (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA).

Education & Experience

Educational Background:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience:
10+ years in DevOps or related fields, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
Leadership Skills:
Proven ability to lead and develop globally distributed teams.
Collaboration & Problem-Solving:
Skilled in building relationships and collaborating across functions.

Leadership Responsibilities

Team Alignment:
Align team activities with organizational goals and clear blockers as needed.
Continuous Improvement:
Promote a culture of agility, continuous improvement, and resilience.
Performance & Feedback:
Set clear metrics, provide regular feedback, and foster growth through development conversations.
Engagement:
Actively engage and retain team members, ensuring support and autonomy for growth.

This role is suited for a strategic DevOps leader who excels in complex environments, builds high-performance teams, and champions infrastructure excellence.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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