DevOps

Job Description

Position Summary:
This position is for a Sr. DevOps Engineer focused on CI/CD tooling for on-premise and AWS infrastructure. This position will work closely with developers, QC, and infrastructure teams to build out in-house and cloud CI/CD pipelines so that developers can build and deploy applications in a secure manner. This position will also maintain current DevOps tooling for our client.

About Our Client:
Our client is a leading organization within the financial services and payments space, supporting critical infrastructure that enables secure and efficient transaction processing. They are focused on modernizing their platforms and expanding real-time capabilities to support evolving industry needs. Their systems play a vital role in facilitating large-scale financial operations, including payment processing, settlement, and other core banking services.

Qualifications Required:
• Advanced proficiency in implementing and supporting Infrastructure as Code – proficiency in Terraform, Ansible, etc., for managing complex, multi-region cloud environments
• Expert-level management of Kubernetes (EKS, AKS), including cluster hardening, service meshes, and custom controllers
• Ability to design and scale self-healing pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins for GitOps workflows
• Deep architectural knowledge of AWS and Azure, specifically regarding cost optimization, compliance, security, and high availability
• Implementation of full-stack telemetry using ELK stack, Grafana, or Datadog to ensure proactive system health
• Experience transitioning legacy monolithic architecture into scalable, secure microservices
• Integration of automated security scanning (SAST/DAST) and compliance-as-code directly into the development lifecycle
• Lead DevSecOps initiatives by automating vulnerability scanning, secret management (HashiCorp Vault), and IAM policy enforcement
• Experience working with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub, GitHub Actions, Artifactory, SonarQube, Fortify, Blackduck, Xray, and AWS tools
• Proven track record of working with application engineering teams, conducting code reviews, and establishing internal best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience mentoring and working with team members in an Agile environment
• Experience working in a regulated environment with a Secure SDLC and implementing checkpoints and processes for building and deploying code within that environment

Qualifications Desired:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 5 years in a DevOps or SRE role, with a track record of managing high-traffic production environments
• Expert-level proficiency in AWS and/or Azure
• Deep expertise in Docker and certified Kubernetes skills
• Strong proficiency in Python, Go, or Ruby for creating custom automation tooling and APIs
• Advanced understanding of Linux system administration, kernel tuning, and networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS)
• Understanding of modern security practices, including SOC 2 compliance, OIDC, and encryption at rest/transit

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
• Design and enforce "Policy as Code" to ensure infrastructure consistently meets standards
• Lead the integration of automated security gates (SAST/DAST), image scanning, and vulnerability management into CI/CD pipelines
• Manage sensitive financial data and credentials using enterprise-grade tools like HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
• Architect multi-region, disaster-recovery-ready environments on AWS to minimize downtime for critical financial transactions

Success Factors / Job Competencies:
The successful candidate will have strong technical expertise across a variety of platforms and will be able to contribute to the design, testing, and implementation of applications. The candidate must be detail-oriented while also understanding the broader environment and effectively communicating with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.

A strong team-oriented mindset is essential, along with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and with external clients.

Performance Standards:
• Complete tasks and projects in a timely manner
• Demonstrate high levels of professionalism and decorum
• Demonstrate effective teamwork
• Adhere to and support all Technology & Operations strategic goals
• Communicate effectively with internal personnel, vendors, and external clients

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Work is generally sedentary in nature. The working environment is favorable, with adequate lighting and temperature, and no hazardous conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is typically performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available.