Principal DevOps Engineer

A principal DevOps engineer is responsible for overseeing the integration and deployment of software systems. This role involves automating and streamlining operations and processes, working closely with development teams to build a collaborative culture, and ensuring high availability and reliability of software services.

Principal DevOps Engineer job description template

We're looking for a principal DevOps engineer who can lead the design and implementation of scalable DevOps processes. This individual should have a strategic mindset and the ability to work at a detailed level, promoting best practices within the organization.

Key responsibilities

  • Design and implement state-of-the-art DevOps processes and automation solutions to improve efficiency and reliability

  • Collaborate with software engineers to improve the software development lifecycle

  • Manage, monitor, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure to ensure high availability and reliability

  • Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enable seamless integration and deployment

  • Lead initiatives to enhance security and compliance in cloud environments

  • Mentor junior team members and develop DevOps training programs

  • Stay informed about the latest technologies and industry trends, introducing them to ensure continuous improvement of processes

Requirements and skills

  • 5+ years of experience in DevOps with a focus on cloud technologies and scalable infrastructure

  • Strong knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or CircleCI

  • Proficient in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

  • Experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation

  • Understanding of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

  • Experience in developing and maintaining monitoring and logging systems

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