Director, DevOps

GroupM; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a visionary Director of DevOps to lead their DevOps chapter. This role involves driving the adoption of best practices, ensuring system reliability, and fostering collaboration across teams. You will architect and optimize CI/CD pipelines, implement automation initiatives, and lead a talented team to deliver high-performing software solutions. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will shape the future of the AdTech industry and make a significant impact on client success. If you are passionate about technology and leadership, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in leadership roles within DevOps or software engineering.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms and infrastructure automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the organization's DevOps strategy.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing DevOps team.

Skills

Cloud Platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Infrastructure-as-Code Tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi)

CI/CD Tools (Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions, CircleCI)

Orchestration Technologies (Kubernetes, Docker)

Scripting Languages (Python, Bash, Go)

Monitoring Tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog)

Security Best Practices

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Pulumi

Jenkins

GitLab

GitHub Actions

CircleCI

Kubernetes

Docker

Prometheus

Grafana

Datadog

Job description

Title: Director, DevOps

Location: London

Reporting to: SVP, Engineering Operations

WHO WE ARE

Choreograph is WPP's global data products and technology company. We are on a mission to transform marketing by building the fastest, most connected data platform that bridges marketing strategy to scaled activation.

We work with agencies and clients to transform the value of data by bringing together technology, data, and analytics capabilities. We deliver this through the Open Media Studio, an AI-enabled media and data platform for the next era of advertising.

We are endlessly curious. Our team of thinkers, builders, creators, and problem solvers is over 1,000 strong, across 20 markets worldwide.

(Please note this is a UK-based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location.)

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of DevOps to lead our DevOps chapter. In this role, you will drive the adoption of DevOps best practices, ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of our systems, and foster collaboration among development, operations, and other stakeholders. This leadership position combines strategic thinking with technical expertise to deliver efficient, automated, and high-performing software delivery pipelines.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

1. Define and execute the organization's DevOps strategy, aligning with business goals and technology roadmaps.
2. Champion a DevOps culture across teams, fostering collaboration between development, operations, QA, and security teams.
3. Identify and implement innovative tools, practices, and technologies to enhance CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and system reliability.
4. Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing DevOps team, including engineers and specialists.
5. Set clear goals, manage performance, and promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
6. Oversee resource allocation to meet delivery and operational goals efficiently.
7. Architect, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines for fast, reliable, and repeatable software delivery.
8. Drive automation initiatives across the development lifecycle, including testing, deployment, and infrastructure provisioning.
9. Ensure systems and services are designed for scalability, reliability, and maintainability from the ground up.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• At least 5+ years in leadership roles within DevOps, infrastructure, or software engineering.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi).
• Deep understanding of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions, CircleCI) and orchestration technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
• Proficiency in scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash, Go).
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog).
• Solid understanding of security best practices, compliance standards, and DevSecOps.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

If you are ready to be at the forefront of the AdTech industry, shaping its future, and driving success for both Choreograph and our clients, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Choreograph is a vital part of WPP’s media investment group, GroupM, responsible for over $60 billion in annual media investments. Discover more about Choreograph at www.choreograph.com.

GroupM and its affiliates embrace diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Together, we can create great work.

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