DevOps Lead / Manager: AWS, GitHub Actions, Terraform, Win / Linux; Fargate, CodeDeploy, CodePi[...]

THIS JOB IS ONSITE IN SANTA ANA, CA. FULLY ONSITE PREFERRED, BUT WILL CONSIDER 2-3 DAYS A WEEK ONSITE FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE.

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a DevOps Lead / Manager: AWS, GitHub Actions, Terraform, Windows / Linux; Fargate, CodeDeploy, CodePipeline, Docker, &/or DevSecOps a +

The Engineering Manager (DevOps) will be responsible for overseeing and orchestrating the technical delivery of products and services. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, team leadership, and operational management skills to ensure efficient and high-quality delivery of technology solutions and team alignment with organizational goals.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Execute strategic plans in alignment with the company's objectives, refining technical roadmaps, setting goals, and implementing processes to achieve them efficiently.
• Lead and mentor a team of DevOps Engineers while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Lead the migration from manual AWS management to a fully automated IAC approach.
• Maintain a deep understanding of technological trends, tools, and methodologies. Provide technical guidance, support, and expertise to teams to ensure the adoption of best practices and optimal solutions.
• Drive operational excellence by optimizing processes, implementing best-in-class methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps), and identifying opportunities to enhance productivity and efficiency across engineering and operations functions.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration among internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners/vendors.
• Identify potential risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish performance metrics and KPIs to evaluate team and project performance.
• Continuously assess and improve processes and workflows to drive efficiency and quality.

Style / Cultural Mindset

• Commit to understanding and delivering results.
• Make decisions based on data and analytics.
• Take decisive action, including learning from productive failures.
• Trust and respect the roles and responsibilities of the team.
• Foster open and transparent communication within the organization.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields is well regarded, but not required.
• Relevant certifications are a plus.
• 2-5+ years of experience technically leading DevOps teams (can be as a Sr., Lead, or Manager).
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience with AWS DevOps with solid CI/CD architecture/build that includes:
• Windows and Linux servers.
• Experience with GitHub for source control and GitHub Actions for CI/CD.
• Docker is helpful (for a possible implementation).
• Fargate is helpful (for upcoming implementation).
• CodeDeploy is helpful (for upcoming implementation).
• CodePipeline is helpful (for upcoming implementation).
• AWS Artifact.
• Previous infrastructure engineering experience a big plus (with a solid understanding of networking).
• DevSecOps or security experience (with AWS cloud native tools or best practices) is helpful.
• 2+ years of IAC (specific to Terraform).
• Experience working with Agile delivery required.
• Intellectually sharp and highly motivated, with a relentless drive for success and improvement.
• A hands-on approach, finding satisfaction in rolling up sleeves and "getting it done," whether independently or in collaboration with others.
• Possesses outstanding character and a magnetic personality.
• A dedicated team player who is genuinely invested in the success of others, fostering a true enjoyment of collaborative work.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.

Compensation depends on experience but is typically $120-140K plus equity. We are willing to send qualified candidates over budget though.

About Kore1
Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies.

Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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