Developer Experience Lead (DevEx) / Platform Engineering Lead

IDR; New York (NY); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Life insurance and wellness benefits

Engagement manager for ongoing support

Job summary

gobravvo seeks a Developer Experience Lead (DevEx) / Platform Engineering Lead to drive internal developer platforms and improve developer productivity. You will shape IDP strategy, enable self‑service provisioning, and standardize CI/CD for secure, reliable releases.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, implementation of DevSecOps, and the creation of reusable platform blueprints to accelerate delivery. Remote work flexibility offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership of DevEx or IDP initiatives.
• Experience enabling self-service infrastructure provisioning and platform automation.
• Strong proficiency in CI/CD pipeline design and delivery standardization.
• Experience integrating testing and security into delivery (DevSecOps).
• Ability to create reusable architectural blueprints and drive cross-team adoption.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and continually improve internal developer platform (IDP) and developer experience strategy.
• Partner with engineering to implement self-service platform solutions.
• Standardize CI/CD workflows and paved paths for builds, tests, and deployments.
• Integrate automated testing and security into the delivery lifecycle.
• Drive adoption of shared tools and architectural blueprints across teams.
• Serve as SME and advocate for platform engineering best practices.

Skills

Platform automation

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Self-service infra

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

IDP tooling

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

The Developer Experience Lead (DevEx) / Platform Engineering Lead plays a pivotal role in driving modern software development practices and enhancing the productivity of engineering teams. As a key member of the organization, you will focus on refining internal developer platforms, optimizing the overall developer experience, and enabling self-service, scalable platform capabilities. By fostering collaboration across engineering and cross‑functional teams, you will standardize delivery practices, promote secure and reliable software releases, and champion the adoption of repeatable, high‑impact workflows.

As a Developer Experience Lead (DevEx) / Platform Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for shaping the strategy and execution of internal developer platforms (IDP) and developer experience initiatives. Your expertise will guide the organization in implementing streamlined CI/CD workflows, integrating robust security practices, and facilitating automation that empowers development teams to innovate efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of platform engineering, infrastructure automation, and delivery lifecycle optimization, and will be adept at building consensus and driving organizational change.

By joining a forward‑thinking organization, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on engineering efficiency and the overall technology landscape. The company offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous improvement. If you are passionate about shaping modern engineering practices and empowering teams to deliver high‑quality software at scale, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career as a Developer Experience Lead (DevEx) / Platform Engineering Lead.

Developer Experience Lead (DevEx) / Platform Engineering Lead - Summary

• Lead the evolution of internal developer platforms and developer experience (DevEx) strategy.
• Enable and promote self‑service infrastructure provisioning to improve engineering efficiency.
• Standardize and streamline CI/CD delivery workflows for secure, reliable, and repeatable software releases.
• Drive cross‑team adoption of reusable platform capabilities and shared tooling.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to accelerate the implementation of modern delivery practices.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Define and continuously improve the internal developer platform (IDP) and overall developer experience strategy.
• Partner with engineering and cross‑functional teams to implement self‑service platform solutions.
• Standardize and document CI/CD workflows, establishing paved paths for software builds, testing, and deployments.
• Integrate automated testing and security practices into the software delivery lifecycle, leveraging DevSecOps methodologies.
• Drive the adoption of shared tools, reusable architectural blueprints, and delivery standards across teams.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and advocate for platform engineering best practices within the organization.
• Monitor platform performance, collect feedback, and iterate on solutions to enhance developer productivity.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and training sessions to promote best practices and platform capabilities.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent in the industry.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
• Access to an Employee Stock Ownership Program.
• Life insurance and other wellness benefits for you and your family.
• Opportunity to work with an industry‑leading organization recognized for its commitment to employee success and professional growth.
• Dedicated engagement manager for ongoing support throughout your employment journey.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Demonstrated experience leading developer experience (DevEx) or internal developer platform (IDP) initiatives.
• Proven hands‑on background in enabling self‑service infrastructure provisioning and platform automation.
• Strong proficiency in CI/CD pipeline design, workflow standardization, and scalable delivery patterns.
• Experience implementing automated testing frameworks and integrating security (DevSecOps) into delivery processes.
• Ability to create and maintain reusable architectural blueprints, driving cross‑team adoption of delivery standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging trends in platform engineering and developer experience.

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Strategic thinker with a passion for improving engineering workflows and developer productivity.
• Collaborative leader who excels in cross‑functional environments and can influence stakeholders effectively.
• Technically adept with deep knowledge of platform automation, CI/CD, and DevSecOps practices.
• Proactive problem‑solver who thrives in dynamic, fast‑paced settings.
• Committed to fostering a culture of innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

Other Relevant Information

• The organization is recognized for its industry experience and a strong track record of employee satisfaction and engagement.
• Remote work flexibility is available for this position, providing you with a balanced work‑life experience.
• Joining this team means being part of a collaborative, inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity.

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