DevOps Engineer

Hilltop Holdings; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilltop Holdings is seeking a DevOps Engineer to support DevOps practices for efficient software delivery and reliable system operations in Dallas, TX. Responsibilities include building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, tooling with Azure DevOps, Terraform, and container orchestration with Docker/Kubernetes.

The role requires 2–4 years of Azure DevOps experience, cloud platform familiarity, and scripting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• 2–4 years of experience with Azure DevOps.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Experience supporting Axway SFTP or secure file transfer platforms preferred.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, ARM, Bicep).
• Basic scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Bash).
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration abilities.
• Willingness to learn new tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and implementation of DevOps solutions.
• Build, configure, and maintain CI/CD pipelines across environments using Azure DevOps.
• Implement and support infrastructure provisioning with Terraform/Ansible equivalents (Azure, ARM/Bicep).
• Manage and support containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Support Windows/Linux systems used by DevOps platforms and tooling.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system performance and reliability.
• Assist with observability (logging, monitoring, alerting).
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate DevOps into the software lifecycle.
• Follow security best practices in deployments and infrastructure.
• Document processes and configurations.
• Participate in architecture discussions and incident reviews.
• Participate in on-call rotation.
• Generate reports and metrics on health and deployment performance.

Skills

Azure DevOps

CI/CD

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

PowerShell

Python

Axway SFTP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Azure

AWS

Jenkins

GitLab CI

ARM / Bicep

Terraform

Job description

Hilltop Holdings is looking for a DevOps Engineer to support the implementation and maintenance of DevOps practices to enable efficient software delivery and reliable system operations. The position focuses on CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, automation, Windows/Linux-based system support, and monitoring. The engineer will collaborate with development and operations teams to improve deployment processes, troubleshoot issues, and maintain scalable environments while continuing to build technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and implementation of DevOps solutions.
• Build, configure, and maintain CI/CD pipelines across multiple environments using Azure DevOps.
• Implement and support infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Manage and support containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Support and troubleshoot Windows/Linux-based systems used by DevOps platforms, application environments, and operational tooling.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system performance and reliability issues.
• Assist with implementing observability solutions (logging, monitoring, and alerting).
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate DevOps practices into the software lifecycle.
• Follow security best practices in deployments and infrastructure.
• Document processes, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Participate in architecture discussions and provide input.
• Participate in incident response and assist with root cause analysis.
• Participate in on-call rotation.
• Generate reports and metrics on system health and deployment performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in Azure DevOps.
• Working knowledge of CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Experience supporting Axway SFTP software or secure file transfer platforms preferred.
• Experience with Git version control systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Hands‑on experience with at least one infrastructure‑as‑code tool (Terraform, ARM, Bicep).
• Basic scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Bash).
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn new tools and technologies.

Preferred Certifications and Experience

• Azure Fundamentals or AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• Terraform Associate (or similar)
• Relevant DevOps-related certifications are a plus

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.*

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.

About Us

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Hilltop Holdings offers a diverse range of financial services through its three primary subsidiaries, PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities. PlainsCapital Bank is a leading commercial bank with locations throughout Texas. PrimeLending is a national mortgage provider focused on purchase mortgage originations. HilltopSecurities provides financial advisory, clearing, retail brokerage, and other investment banking services. Hilltop Holdings seeks to build the premier Texas-based diversified financial services holding company through acquisitions and organic growth. To learn more, please visit www.hilltop.com.

About The Team

The Information Technology department at Hilltop Holdings is a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering innovative technological solutions that drive success in the financial services industry. Our department leverages cutting‑edge technologies to enhance operational efficiency, customer experiences, and ensure the security and integrity of our systems and data. We are committed to staying at the forefront of technological advancements, constantly exploring new opportunities in emerging trends. Our team fosters a collaborative and respectful work environment. We empower our talented professionals to develop creative solutions and drive digital transformation across the organization. With a strong focus on agility and adaptability, our department is instrumental in enabling Hilltop to stay ahead of the curve in an ever‑evolving digital landscape.