Director of DevOps

IN2-AV Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director of DevOps Engineering to spearhead the strategy and architecture of scalable DevOps solutions. This pivotal role focuses on driving cloud infrastructure excellence, CI/CD best practices, and automation while cultivating a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cloud technologies and project management, demonstrating a proven ability to mentor and lead teams in complex environments. Join a forward-thinking organization that values inclusivity and innovation, where your contributions will significantly impact the future of DevOps engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in DevOps with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven ability to lead globally distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement a cohesive DevOps vision.
• Lead and develop a high-impact DevOps engineering team.

Skills

Cloud Infrastructure

DevOps Practices

Project Management

CI/CD Tools

Analytical Decision-Making

Clear Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent Experience

Tools

AWS

Azure

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

CircleCI

Job description

Position Overview

The Senior 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 (globally, India, Europe, US), and champions infrastructure excellence.