Lead DevOps Engineer

Overview

The Lead DevOps Engineer will spearhead the DevOps initiatives for a digital product consultancy, focusing on building AWS infrastructure for various tech projects. This contract position allows for significant decision-making authority, enabling the contractor to shape how systems are constructed. Collaborating with a skilled team, the engineer will work on projects for clients across sectors like retail and health tech, ensuring best practices in DevOps are followed, while also engaging directly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AWS infrastructure for applications developed in TypeScript, Node.js, and Python.
• Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines to facilitate frequent and secure releases.
• Manage infrastructure as code to ensure environments are secure, monitored, and cost-effective.
• Communicate technical decisions to client stakeholders and provide guidance to other engineers on DevOps practices.
• Participate in on-site meetings and workshops for key project milestones.

Requirements

• Proven hands-on experience with AWS in a production environment.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools, preferably Terraform.
• Experience with CI/CD tooling, such as GitHub Actions or GitLab CI.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker, ECS, or Kubernetes.
• Demonstrated leadership in DevOps roles, with ability to mentor engineers and engage with clients.