Head of DevOps

Head of DevOps

We're working with a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions. To achieve this goal, they are seeking an exceptional Head of DevOps to lead the DevOps team through a cloud transformation project from scratch.

About the Role:

As the Head of DevOps, you'll be responsible for growing and managing a team of experienced engineers, leading the charge on their cloud transformation project, and driving innovation in their technology infrastructure. This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of the organisation and develop scalable, cloud-native solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Growth and Development:

• Hire, manage, and develop a team of skilled DevOps engineers.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Establish clear goals, objectives, and performance metrics for team members.

Cloud Transformation Project:

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive cloud strategy.
• Migrate existing applications to the cloud, leveraging industry-leading platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and deploy cloud-native applications using DevOps principles and practices.

Technology Vision and Roadmap:

• Develop and maintain a technology vision and roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate emerging technologies and trends.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud computing, DevOps, and IT trends.

Operational Efficiency and Scalability:

• Design and implement automated testing, deployment, and monitoring pipelines.
• Develop and maintain a robust CI/CD workflow for efficient release management.
• Implement scalable infrastructure solutions to support business growth.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

• Collaborate with IT leadership to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Communicate technical vision, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on cloud and DevOps best practices.

Process Improvement and Optimization:

• Develop and maintain DevOps processes and guidelines.
• Continuously monitor, analyse, and improve operational efficiency.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and optimize resources.

Requirements:

Technical Proficiency:

• Strong knowledge of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and technologies (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform).

Leadership and Management:

• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and developing leaders.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills.

Business Acumen:

• Understanding of business objectives, goals, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Experience with strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).