SDLC Lead

Job code : - 6859-2-11 / 17

SDLC Lead

Location : Remote, supporting EST and CST time zones

Duration : Contract 6 months with potential to extend

Overview :

Client is looking to hire an SDLC Methodology Lead focused on defining, implementing, governing, and improving the organizations software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and methodologies.

Strategic / process-oriented position that will build the playbooks for PMO and Delivery, work cross-functionality to combine Agile SAFE best practices with the operational processes to create the manuals to operate GTech.

The candidate will implement the playbooks and ways of working across the organization, and adjust the playbooks post-implementation, as required.

Responsibilities : Process Management :

o Define, implement, and maintain SDLC methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) across projects.

o Ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

Documentation & Governance :

o Develop and maintain SDLC documentation, including requirements, design, testing, and deployment artifacts.

o Conduct audits and reviews to ensure adherence to SDLC processes.

Collaboration :

o Work closely with project managers, developers, QA teams, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of each SDLC phase.

o Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical teams.

Quality Assurance :

o Monitor and enforce quality gates at each stage of the SDLC.

o Identify process gaps and recommend improvements.

Training & Support :

o Provide guidance and training on SDLC best practices to teams.

o Act as a subject matter expert for SDLC-related queries.

Qualifications :

5+ years of experience as an SDLC leader within a major organization

Experience creating and writing an SDLC methodology for a large company

Experience creating and maintaining SDLC playbooks and documentation

Proficiency in various programming languages and tools and Agile / DevOps

Understanding of application design principles, experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).

Experience with version control systems (e.g., GitHub), CI / CD pipelines, and tools like Azure DevOps or JIRA or project management

Experience with PowerPoint to create methodology documentation and artifacts

Familiarity with DevSecOps, SRE, and other modern practices

Experience with software testing, quality assurance, risk management, and defect management

Excellent written & verbal communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills