Senior DevOps Engineer

MetLife; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Annual incentive compensation

Stock-based long-term incentives

Job summary

MetLife is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps / MLOps Engineer to join our Data Platforms group in the US. You will design and implement scalable DevOps and MLOps practices within MetLife's cloud environment, collaborating with engineering, cloud platform, and data science teams to deliver secure, automated deployment solutions.

The role emphasizes platform engineering, automation, and governance adherence, with a hybrid office model and compensation plans that may include incentives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years of experience in cloud/infra engineering.
• 3+ years hands-on DevOps, cloud engineering, or MLOps.
• Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Experience with Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions.
• Experience with Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Experience supporting cloud-native solutions in Microsoft Azure.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates.
• Implement and support Azure Machine Learning deployment pipelines and lifecycle processes.
• Collaborate with platform engineering to enhance cloud development and deployment capabilities.
• Contribute to reusable automation components, deployment templates, and standards.
• Support DevSecOps practices including vulnerability scanning and secret management.
• Implement monitoring with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
• Troubleshoot complex platform, deployment, and automation issues.
• Support AKS deployment and cloud-native technologies; participate in Agile ceremonies.

Skills

Cloud engineering

CI/CD design

DevSecOps

Azure expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Terraform

Bicep

ARM templates

Azure Machine Learning

AKS

Job description

At MetLife, data isn’t just a tool - it is a catalyst for growth. As part of our Data & Analytics organization, you’ll unlock trusted insights that drive bold decisions, power personalized customer experiences, and deliver lasting business impact. Your skills in AI, predictive modeling, and advanced analytics will help solve complex challenges, scale solutions globally, and fuel innovation across every region. We’re building the future of data - one that’s governed responsibly, engineered for scalability, and designed for growth. When you join us, you’re not just supporting the business - you’re empowering it. Let’s transform insight into impact and data into action, together.

The Opportunity

MetLife is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps / MLOps Engineer to join our Data & Analytics US Data Platforms organization. This role is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of DevOps and MLOps practices within MetLife's cloud environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, cloud platform, and data science teams to implement scalable and secure software delivery and machine learning deployment solutions. The role will contribute to platform engineering initiatives, automation efforts, and operational improvements while adhering to established enterprise cloud standards and governance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Delivery & Engineering

• Design, build, and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code solutions using Bicep, ARM, and Terraform.
• Implement and support Azure Machine Learning deployment pipelines and lifecycle processes.
• Partner with platform engineering teams to enhance cloud-based development and deployment capabilities.
• Contribute to the development of reusable automation components, deployment templates, and engineering standards.
• Support integration of DevSecOps practices, including vulnerability scanning, secrets management, and security controls.
• Implement monitoring and observability capabilities using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex platform, deployment, and automation issues.
• Support deployment and operational activities for Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and related cloud-native technologies.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to delivery planning and execution.

Operations & Continuous Improvement

• Support incident management and operational response processes.
• Contribute to automation of operational tasks, runbooks, and support documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve deployment efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
• Participate in efforts to improve platform performance, monitoring, and cost management.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement engineering best practices and process improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience supporting DevOps, cloud engineering, or MLOps implementations.
• Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Experience with Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code solutions such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Experience supporting cloud-native solutions within Microsoft Azure.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working on cross‑functional technology projects and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Experience with Azure Machine Learning, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics, or Azure Data Factory.
• Experience implementing DevSecOps controls and automation.
• Experience working in large enterprise environments.
• Experience supporting cloud transformation or platform modernization initiatives.

Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.

The expected salary range for this position is $105,000 - $135,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock‑based long‑term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.

Benefits We Offer

Our U.S. benefits address holistic well‑being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no‑cost short‑and‑long‑term disability. We also provide company‑paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!

About MetLife

Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!

MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law ("protected characteristics").

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MetLife maintains a drug‑free workplace.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.