DevOps Architect

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-scale DevOps platforms and cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will drive CI/CD modernization, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), cloud automation, containerization, observability, and DevSecOps best practices while enabling high-performing engineering teams to deliver software faster, more securely, and with greater reliability.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect and implement enterprise DevOps strategies, frameworks, and best practices.Design and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps.Lead cloud infrastructure design and automation across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.Architect containerization and orchestration platforms using Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, or EKS/AKS.Implement DevSecOps controls including vulnerability scanning, secrets management, and policy automation.Establish observability frameworks using Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk, Dynatrace, or Datadog.Drive automation initiatives to improve deployment speed, application reliability, and operational efficiency.Collaborate with development, security, infrastructure, and business teams to deliver scalable solutions.Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across DevOps and cloud transformation initiatives.Define governance, compliance, disaster recovery, and operational resilience standards.Required SkillsDevOps & AutomationCI/CD Pipeline Design & ImplementationJenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOpsInfrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)Scripting using Python, Bash, PowerShellCloud PlatformsAWS, Azure, or GCPCloud Networking, IAM, Security, MonitoringServerless and Cloud-Native ArchitecturesContainers & OrchestrationDockerKubernetes/OpenShiftHelm ChartsService Mesh (Istio preferred)Monitoring & ObservabilitySplunkELK StackPrometheusGrafanaDatadogDynatraceSecurityDevSecOpsSAST/DAST ToolsSonarQubePrisma CloudHashiCorp VaultSecrets ManagementCompliance & GovernanceQualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.12+ years of IT experience with at least 5+ years in DevOps Architecture.Strong experience designing cloud-native and microservices architectures.Expertise in Kubernetes and enterprise container platforms.Hands-on experience implementing large-scale automation and CI/CD ecosystems.Experience in regulated industries such as Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, or Healthcare is preferred.Preferred CertificationsAWS Certified Solutions Architect ProfessionalAWS DevOps Engineer ProfessionalMicrosoft Azure Solutions Architect ExpertGoogle Professional Cloud ArchitectCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)HashiCorp Terraform AssociateKey Selling PointsEnterprise DevOps TransformationCloud-Native ArchitectureKubernetes & Container StrategyDevSecOps ImplementationCI/CD ModernizationInfrastructure AutomationBanking & Financial Services EnvironmentHigh-Impact Architecture LeadershipKeywords: DevOps Architect, Cloud Architect, AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Jenkins, CI/CD, DevSecOps, GitHub Actions, OpenShift, Observability, SRE, Infrastructure Automation, Microservices Architecture.