Lead DevOps Engineer (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead DevOps Engineer in the United States.

This role offers a chance to lead and shape the platform engineering landscape for a high-performing, remote-first engineering organization. You will drive improvements in deployment velocity, system reliability, observability, and developer experience, building infrastructure and tooling that empowers engineers to deliver software efficiently and confidently. This position requires a blend of technical excellence, leadership, and collaboration skills to optimize cloud architecture, automate processes, and enhance overall platform performance. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces continuous improvement, and enjoys mentoring peers while delivering scalable, reliable, and maintainable solutions.

Accountabilities:

·         Lead platform engineering initiatives to improve deployment velocity, system reliability, and developer experience.

·         Architect, configure, and optimize Kubernetes workloads, GitOps workflows, and cloud infrastructure in AWS.

·         Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines, ensuring repeatable, reliable, and automated deployments.

·         Implement and maintain observability coverage using tools such as Datadog or Prometheus to monitor system health and performance.

·         Reduce tooling and configuration complexity to maximize developer productivity.

·         Drive cost optimization for cloud resources while maintaining high reliability.

·         Foster a culture of shared ownership, clear documentation, and proactive problem-solving across engineering teams.

·         Mentor and guide engineers in DevOps best practices, automation, and platform improvements.

Requirements

·         Proven experience leading complex infrastructure or tooling migration efforts in platform engineering.

·         Deep expertise in AWS cloud architecture, design patterns, and technologies.

·         Strong experience with Kubernetes, container orchestration, and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation).

·         Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and GitOps tools (e.g., Spacelift, Flux).

·         Proficiency with observability tools like Datadog or Prometheus.

·         Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

·         Experience managing cloud cost optimization, deployment standardization, and reliability improvements.

·         Positive, team-oriented mindset and a genuine focus on improving developer experience.

·         Bonus: Frontend or backend development skills, prior team leadership experience, AI tooling familiarity, or SQL/caching optimization experience.

Benefits:

Benefits

·         Competitive salary range: $180,000–$215,000 USD annually, plus potential bonus.

·         Stock options for all full-time employees.

·         Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

·         401(k) with employer match.

·         Flexible PTO and 13 paid company holidays annually.

·         Paid parental leave.

·         Wellbeing subsidies, virtual healthcare (Teladoc, Talkspace), and One Medical membership.

·         Opportunities for professional growth and learning in a remote-friendly environment.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile undergoes an AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly:
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 We automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is complete, it is shared with the hiring company, which handles final decisions and next steps.

Thank you for your interest!

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