Demo

Lead DevOps Engineer

Cognizant Technology Solutions
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Lead DevOps Engineer

Cognizant's Digital Engineering

Our practice is seeking a highly qualified DevOps engineer, who can own the planning, design, and engineering of enterprise-level infrastructure and platforms related to cloud computing. This position involves moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. The ideal candidate will require a deep understanding of requirements analysis, DevOps practices, and testing.

Location : Carmel, Indiana (Hybrid, 2-3 days in office)

Responsibilities :

  • Analyze existing cloud architecture then recommend and design improvements
  • Deliver technical solutions for projects demonstrating agile project management methodologies
  • Develop cloud architecture strategies that can be consistently applied across the enterprise
  • Develop and maintain enterprise standards for cloud ecosystem architecture
  • Identify technical risk in projects and develop strategies to alleviate it
  • Communicate technical cloud architecture direction and how it relates to business objectives to all levels of the organization through documentation, training, and awareness
  • Lead design discussions with appropriate personnel to define goals and objectives of business applications in the cloud
  • Help to clarify, identify, and track requirements and project issues and call out to immediate manager where required
  • Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of multiple client business functions and how the system and procedures that support these functions interrelate to develop / support cloud architecture implementations
  • Accountable for building and maintaining build and deployment pipelines including tools used to automate quality and security within those pipelines.
  • Design, develop, and integrate / automate solutions for CI / CD pipeline using various cloud technologies.
  • Collaborate with fellow team members and provide solutions to potential problems

Qualifications :

  • Azure DevOps Primary Skill. Very proficient with designing and implementing cloud solutions in Azure, GCP and other Cloud technology implementations and management platforms (e.g., AWS)
  • 7 years of experience in the design, development, implementation, and integration of enterprise applications.
  • Have experience using an integrated development environment or application lifecycle management tool such as Visual Studio or TFS
  • Proficient with SQL, REST API, Angular, C#, PowerShell, with in-depth knowledge of implementing COTS packages for infrastructure management
  • Mentor and share knowledge with junior team members.
  • Experience in Agile software development and DevOps / DevSecOps practices. Act as an inspiring leader for DevOps practices.
  • Implementation knowledge of advanced security features to protect private information without breaking functionality
  • Have the ability to communicate well verbally and in writing, with various team members in roles that are both technical and non-technical.
  • Be self-motivated with good time management skills
  • Be able to collaborate with teams that may be globally co-located
  • Ability to identify issues, generate solutions and choose appropriate alternatives using basic root cause analysis
  • Have a passion for technology and willingness to explore and adopt emerging technologies for practical business purposes
  • Bachelor degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Information Technology (preferred but not required)
  • Applications will be accepted until 3 / 3 / 2025

    This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

    Benefits : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements :

    Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance

    Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

    401(k) plan and contributions

    Long-term / Short-term Disability

    Paid Parental Leave

    Employee Stock Purchase Plan

    Disclaimer : Benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

    Why Choose Cognizant?

    It takes a lot to succeed in today's fast-paced market, and Cognizant Technology Solutions has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams. We stand out because we put human experiences at the core.

    Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry recognized, award winning Academy team. You will have access to a wide range of technical trainings to stay updated with the newest technologies and have opportunities to acquire certifications.

    If you're comfortable with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we'd love to hear from you!

    About Cognizant

    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer provider and committed to creating a diverse environment. Headquartered in the U.S, Cognizant demonstrates a highly flexible business model, a detailed global delivery network, and deep domain expertise to deliver to a long list of outstanding companies that are leaders in their own space.

    Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant.

    Apply today!

    li-jd4

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Lead DevOps Engineer?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Lead DevOps Engineer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $92,369 - $122,605
    Income Estimation: 
    $117,024 - $149,811
    Income Estimation: 
    $92,369 - $122,605
    Income Estimation: 
    $117,024 - $149,811
    Income Estimation: 
    $137,568 - $176,908
    Income Estimation: 
    $158,960 - $205,707
    Income Estimation: 
    $154,509 - $200,187
    Income Estimation: 
    $188,252 - $252,911
    Income Estimation: 
    $117,024 - $149,811
    Income Estimation: 
    $137,568 - $176,908
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at Cognizant Technology Solutions

    Cognizant Technology Solutions
    Hired Organization Address Portland, OR Full Time
    Sr. Mobile Architect Cognizant Digital Practice helps clients reinvent products, experiences, and business models to bui...
    Cognizant Technology Solutions
    Hired Organization Address Minneapolis, MN Full Time
    Engineering Manager About Us : Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming cli...
    Cognizant Technology Solutions
    Hired Organization Address Mesa, AZ Full Time
    About the group : Cognizant's Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digita...
    Cognizant Technology Solutions
    Hired Organization Address Phoenix, AZ Full Time
    About Cognizant's SAP Practice Cognizant's SAP practice is part of our Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) unit. In Cogni...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Lead DevOps Engineer jobs in the San Francisco, CA area that may be a better fit.

    Lead DevOps Engineer

    Cognizant North America, San Francisco, CA

    Devops Lead

    Unlearn, San Francisco, CA

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!