DevOps Product Manager

EC Markets LTD; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Auckland is seeking a DevOps Product Manager to lead the design and optimization of DevOps tools, focusing on CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of product management experience and be skilled in cloud platforms like AWS. With a strong technical background, the role also emphasizes automation and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery and system reliability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of product design & management experience in internet or enterprise software.
• 2+ years in DevOps or SRE with hands-on experience in CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong technical background in cloud platforms and DevOps tools.
• Strong cloud platform expertise (AWS) and DevOps tools like Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes.
• Agile/Scrum experience and ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication bridging technical and non-technical teams.
• Knowledge of privacy and cybersecurity best practices.
• Finance domain experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Define and prioritize the DevOps product roadmap focused on CI/CD.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement and improve tools.
• Optimize AWS cloud environments for performance and cost efficiency.
• Manage toolchain integration (Docker, Git, Helm) and ensure seamless workflows.
• Identify bottlenecks and design solutions to improve deployment speed and reliability.
• Champion automation, security, and scalability across the organization.
• Translate business needs into technical requirements and collect user feedback for optimization.

Skills

Product design & management

DevOps & SRE expertise

CI/CD pipelines

AWS cloud platforms

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Communication skills

Cybersecurity best practices

Tools

Jenkins

Terraform

Kubernetes

Docker

Git

Helm

Job description

DevOps Product Manager – Global Wave Group

Location: Albany, Auckland (Office based)

Reports to: Head of IT

Role Purpose

The DevOps Product Manager will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of DevOps tools and workflows. This role will work closely with engineering, infrastructure, and product teams to build scalable, secure, and efficient platforms that accelerate software delivery and reduce operational overhead. It requires a candidate who has successfully managed a product from concept to launch and beyond, with a focus on internet‑scale systems and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and prioritize the DevOps product roadmap, focusing on CI/CD pipelines, automation, and infrastructure‑as‑code.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement and improve DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, Terraform, Kubernetes).
• Optimize cloud environments (AWS) for performance, cost efficiency, and compliance.
• Manage toolchain integration (Docker, Git, Helm) and ensure seamless workflows.
• Identify process bottlenecks and design solutions to improve deployment speed and system reliability.
• Champion automation, security, and scalability across the organization.
• Translate business needs into technical requirements and track user feedback for continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

• 3+ years of product design & management experience in internet or enterprise software.
• 2+ years in DevOps or SRE, with hands‑on experience in CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Proven experience in full lifecycle product management (ideation, design, development, launch, and post‑launch optimization).
• Strong technical background in cloud platforms (AWS) and DevOps tools (Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Agile/Scrum expertise and ability to work in fast‑paced environments.
• Good communication skills to bridge technical and non‑technical teams.
• Knowledge of privacy & cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience and knowledge in finance business is a bonus point.

Working Hours

2:00 – 10:30 p.m.