JOB PURPOSEThe main purpose of the role is to drive efficiency, innovation, and strategic alignment within the organization. By overseeing the entire DevOps lifecycle, this role ensures that technology initiatives contribute to the organization's success, while also addressing challenges related to quality, security, and resource optimization.RESPONSIBILITIESTeam ManagementProvide visionary leadership to the DevOps team, fostering a collaborative and innovative cultureMentor and coach team members, promoting professional growth and skill enhancementEfficiently allocate team resources to optimize workflow and meet project deadlinesConduct regular performance assessments, offering constructive feedback and implementing improvement plans as neededCollaborate with HR to identify and attract top talent for the DevOps teamLead the onboarding process for new team members, ensuring a seamless integration into the team and organizationProactively address conflicts within the team, promoting a positive and collaborative work environmentImplement effective conflict resolution strategies to maintain a cohesive and motivated teamFacilitate regular knowledge-sharing sessions to ensure best practices are disseminated and adoptedEncourage a culture of continuous learning and improvementStrategy Formation and ImplementationCollaborate with key stakeholders to define and refine the DevOps strategy aligned with overall business objectivesStay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to inform the evolution of the DevOps strategyDevelop detailed implementation plans for DevOps initiatives, considering timelines, resource requirements, and potential challengesEnsure alignment of DevOps initiatives with the organization's strategic goalsEstablish metrics and KPIs and department objectives to measure the effectiveness of DevOps processesContinuously assess and refine strategies based on performance data and industry developmentsBudgeting, Policies and Procedures DevelopmentCollaborate with finance executives, and relevant stakeholders to develop and manage the DevOps budgetEnsure efficient use of resources and adherence to financial guidelinesDevelop and enforce DevOps policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance within the businessRegularly review and update policies to align with industry best practices and organizational needsInternal Client Relationship ManagementCollaborate with finance and relevant stakeholders to develop and manage the DevOps budgetEnsure efficient use of resources and adherence to financial guidelinesDevelop and enforce DevOps policies and procedures to ensure consistency and complianceRegularly review and update policies to align with industry best practices and organizational needsBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIESAssertiveAnalyticalFlexibleConfidence Honest and FairPositive Attitude Courage Tenacity Achieves ResultsEnsures AccountabilityTech SavvyInstils TrustPlans and AlignsSKILLSIn-depth knowledge of DevOps best practices, continuous integration, and continuous deployment (CI/CD) methodologiesStrong understanding of containerization and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and DockerProficient in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell) and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform)Solid experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google CloudExpertise in configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef)Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and integrating security into the DevOps lifecycleExcellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departmentsStrong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in high-pressure situationsUp-to-date knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies in the DevOps spaceEDUCATIONMatricBachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related fieldA Master's degree (advantageous)Proven certification in relevant DevOps technologies (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or equivalent)EXPERIENCEMinimum of 8 years of experience in DevOps, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial roleDemonstrated success in leading and managing DevOps teams in complex, enterprise-level environmentsProven experience in implementing and optimizing DevOps processes and pipelines
