DevOps Cloud Engineer

Harbourvest Partners (U.K.) Limited; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

HarbourVest Partners is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to build and maintain CI/CD workflows across development, test, and production environments. You will automate deployment, manage Azure cloud resources, and enforce code promotion practices.

Strong scripting skills and Git-based configuration are essential. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years in DevOps within cloud-based delivery, with exposure to data-centric applications and security best practices.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of DevOps experience in cloud-based software delivery.
• Experience in financial services or investment management is a plus.
• Experience with BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI is preferred.
• Proficient in using Git-based repositories, branching, and version control standards.

Responsibilities

• Build, implement, and maintain CI/CD workflows across development, test, and production environments.
• Provide DevOps and automation expertise to improve scalability and reliability of data-centric apps.
• Maintain Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure and enforce IaC for resources.
• Manage code promotion, branching strategies, and versioning standards.

Skills

Git

CI/CD

Scripting

Azure

Docker/Podman

IaC

Snowflake

Security

Education

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description Summary For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking. In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm. HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer. This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval. For example, you may choose to work in the office 4 days per week and take one remote day weekly (typically 13 weeks per quarter), leaving 5 additional remote days to be used as needed.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Experience supporting technology applications or digital products using DevOps and process automation methods, preferably in data-focused or research-based environments.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and administering Git-based repositories, including branching and version control standards.
• Proven expertise in CI/CD pipeline development and deployment automation, including the use of approval gates.
• Strong scripting capabilities in Bash, Python, and/or PowerShell.
• Working knowledge of Snowflake and data platform ecosystems.
• Experience managing cloud infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code methodologies, ideally within Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency with containerization technologies such as Docker or Podman.
• Strong background in configuration management, security, and operational rigor.
• Proven track record to support production environments, manage incidents, diagnose sophisticated issues, and coordinate resolution efforts.
• Demonstrated success delivering results on fast-paced, complicated projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical collaborators at all levels.

What you will do:

Build, implement, and maintain continuous integration and delivery workflows to support automated build, test, approval, and deployment processes across development, test, and production environments. Provide DevOps and process automation expertise to improve the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of data-centric and analytical applications. Support the ongoing maintenance, stability, and performance of a Microsoft Azure cloud. Administer and enforce Git-based source control, including branching strategies, versioning standards, and code promotion practices. Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions for managing cloud storage, compute, and networking resources. Leverage containerization technologies (Docker or Podman) to standardize application deployments. Apply strong configuration management and security guidelines, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards. Provide production support, including issue triage, root cause analysis, prioritization, and coordination with analysts and engineers for timely resolution. Collaborate closely with data engineers, researchers, product, and platform engineering to support high-complexity, important initiatives. Contribute to the continuous improvement of DevOps standards, tools, and operational processes.

What you bring:

• High energy and collaborative work style
• Proficient in using scripting languages to develop quick prototypes and proof-of-concepts
• A track record of completed high-intensity, high-complexity projects
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or equivalent
• Skilled in implementing and managing DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines

Education Preferred:

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A) degree or equivalent experience
• Bachelor of Science (B.S) credential or equivalent experience

Experience:

• 6 Years of DevOps experience in cloud based, software delivery
• Experience working within the financial services or investment management industry #LI-Hybrid

Base Salary Range

$135,000.00 - $145,000.00 This USD base salary range represents only one component of total compensation for this role and is provided in accordance with local requirements. This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which is determined based on individual and overall firm performance. In addition to salary and bonus eligibility, total compensation may include participation in long-term reward programs (typically for more senior-level roles). We also offer a comprehensive total rewards package that may include retirement contributions, health insurance, income protection, paid time off and leave benefits as well as well-being programs. Our total rewards offerings are influenced by several business factors, and eligibility for certain components will vary by position and geography. Please note the posted ranges do not apply outside the U.S. and should not be converted to other currencies as a proxy for compensation in other countries.

HarbourVest is an independent, global private markets firm with over 43 years of experience and more than $146 billion of assets under management as of June 30, 2025. Our interwoven platform provides clients access to global primary funds, secondary transactions, direct co-investments, real assets and infrastructure, and private credit. Our strengths extend across strategies, enabled by our team of more than 1,270 employees, including more than 230 investment professionals across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Across our private markets platform, our team has committed more than $64 billion to newly-formed funds, completed over $66 billion in secondary purchases, and invested over $49 billion in direct operating companies. We partner strategically and plan our offerings innovatively to provide our clients with access, insight and global opportunities.