Principal Lead DevOps

Threadneedle group; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 2,639,000 - 4,618,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise India LLP is seeking a Senior GitHub Platform Engineer to drive our enterprise developer platform. You will focus on enhancing developer productivity, implementing secure and scalable DevSecOps solutions, and establishing engineering standards across the organization.

The ideal candidate will combine strategic leadership with hands-on expertise in GitHub, cloud platforms, and enterprise-scale engineering environments, working in an in-office collaboration model.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in DevOps or platform engineering with large-scale platforms.
• 4+ years with GitHub Enterprise including governance and security controls.
• Expertise in GitHub Actions and CI/CD automation.
• Proficient in PowerShell, Python, Groovy or Bash scripting.
• Experience with REST APIs, webhooks, and automation frameworks.
• Experience implementing DevSecOps with security scanning and policy enforcement.
• Understanding SDLC, CI/CD architecture, cloud-native dev, IaC.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve developer productivity.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Drive enterprise developer platform and productivity.
• Implement secure and scalable DevSecOps solutions.
• Establish engineering standards for platform engineering.
• Enable modern software delivery through automation and cloud technologies.
• Lead with strategic thinking while hands-on in GitHub and cloud environments.

Skills

GitHub Enterprise

CI/CD automation

DevSecOps

PowerShell

Python

Groovy

Bash scripting

REST APIs

Automation frameworks

Cloud platforms

Tools

GitHub Actions

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

About Our Company

Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 20 years. We are part of Ameriprise Financial Inc., a US financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence and diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. The firm’s focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection. Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions, and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So, if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior GitHub Platform Engineer with strong expertise in GitHub Enterprise, CI/CD automation, and DevOps practices to drive our enterprise developer platform. This role will focus on enhancing developer productivity, implementing secure and scalable DevSecOps solutions, establishing engineering standards, and enabling modern software delivery through automation, cloud technologies, and platform engineering best practices. The ideal candidate combines strategic leadership with hands‑on technical expertise in GitHub, cloud platforms, and enterprise‑scale engineering environments.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in DevOps, Platform Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technology roles, with a proven track record of designing, implementing, and supporting large-scale engineering platforms and automation solutions.


• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with GitHub Enterprise, including repository management, governance, security controls, branch protection strategies, organization administration, and enterprise‑wide platform adoption.


• Deep expertise in GitHub Actions and CI/CD automation, including designing reusable workflows, self-hosted runners, deployment pipelines, release automation, and continuous integration best practices.


• Strong proficiency in PowerShell, Python, Groovy and/or Bash scripting, with the ability to develop scalable automation solutions, platform tooling, integrations, and operational workflows.


• Hands‑on experience working with REST APIs, webhooks, and automation frameworks to integrate development platforms, security tools, cloud services, and enterprise systems.


• Proven experience implementing DevSecOps practices, including security scanning, secrets management, policy enforcement, software supply chain security, vulnerability management, and compliance automation within CI/CD pipelines.


• Strong understanding of modern software engineering and platform engineering principles, including Git and advanced Git workflows, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, CI/CD pipeline architecture and optimization, Cloud-native application development and deployment patterns, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using industry-standard tools, Platform reliability, observability, and operational excellence, Agile and DevOps delivery practices.


• Experience partnering with engineering teams to improve developer productivity, accelerate software delivery, and drive adoption of engineering best practices across the organization.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence technical decisions across multiple teams and business units.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift.


• Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.


• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible.


• Experience supporting enterprise-scale DevOps platforms in regulated environments, preferably within financial services.


• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, governance, security, and risk management practices.


• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

In-Office Collaboration

We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face‑to‑face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least three (3) days per week, with flexibility to work from home two (2) days per week. Some roles may require additional in‑office time or different in‑office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time. Timings (2:00p-10:30p) India. Business Unit AWMPO AWMP&S President's Office. Job Family Group Technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameriprise India LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, family status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.

Our History and Values

Since 1894, Ameriprise Financial has helped people feel more confident about their financial future. Guided by strong values and a deep commitment to clients, we've remained a trusted leader in financial planning and advice for more than 130 years. Through our businesses, Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance & Annuities, we deliver advice, investment and protection solutions designed for long‑term success. While each business brings distinct capabilities and expertise, all are united by our unwavering focus on clients and a strong financial foundation. For you, that means the opportunity to build a meaningful career in a high‑performing, collaborative culture where your expertise can grow, your contributions are valued and your work can make a real impact. As a global financial services company with three complementary businesses, the breadth of our capabilities sets us apart. It also creates unique opportunities for employees to learn, collaborate and grow their careers: Ameriprise Financial: Financial planning, advice and wealth management. Columbia Threadneedle Investments: Global asset management serving individual, institutional and corporate clients. RiverSource Insurance & Annuities: Products and solutions designed to help clients protect and grow their wealth.

Career Opportunities

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