Head of DevOps (Seattle)

Head of DevOps

About the Company

Promising provider of AI-powered secure data classification solutions

Industry

Information Technology and Services

Type

Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head of DevOps to spearhead deployment initiatives within secure government environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for the deployment strategy and infrastructure, ensuring the delivery of the application across various configurations. This role involves driving system architecture improvements, developing and optimizing CI / CD pipelines, and leading efforts to enhance infrastructure scalability. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 6 years' experience as a hands-on DevOps engineer in high-impact environments, with a strong background in Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and CI / CD pipelines. Proficiency in Python and TypeScript is also required, along with a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.

Applicants for the Head of DevOps position at the company must hold an active U.S. DoD Security Clearance (Secret or higher) and be adept at working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The role demands a proactive individual who can take ownership of the deployment process and is committed to ensuring the security and efficiency of the system. Responsibilities include leading a team, driving technical improvements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the company's objectives. The Head of DevOps will play a critical role in the company's mission to leverage AI for the secure classification and dissemination of sensitive data, particularly for the Department of Defense and other federal agencies.

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions

• Engineering