Lead DevOps Engineer
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled DevOps engineers has surged in recent years, with a 25% increase in job postings in 2025 alone. As companies continue to migrate to cloud-based infrastructure, the need for experts who can design, implement, and govern cloud environments has never been more pressing. IT Labs, a pioneer in digital health, is seeking a seasoned Lead DevOps Engineer to oversee the modernization of their cloud infrastructure. With a strong focus on innovation and proactivity, IT Labs offers a unique work environment that values excellence and integrity. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the complexities of working in a rapidly evolving digital health space and the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies.
Job Description
About the Role
The Lead DevOps Engineer will play a critical role in IT Labs' digital transformation, overseeing the design, implementation, and governance of cloud infrastructure across both AWS and Azure environments. This senior leadership position requires a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen, as the successful candidate will need to align DevOps strategies with broader business objectives. The role will involve leading a team of DevOps engineers, defining standards, and enforcing compliance to ensure the platform is secure, observable, and resilient.As a key member of the IT Labs team, the Lead DevOps Engineer will collaborate with stakeholders to drive the adoption of cloud-based technologies and ensure seamless integration with existing systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, CI/CD processes, and container orchestration, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills.
The Lead DevOps Engineer will report to the senior management team and will be responsible for mentoring and guiding junior engineers. The role will require a high degree of autonomy, with the successful candidate expected to take ownership of the cloud infrastructure and drive continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
- Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure
- Lead and manage a team of DevOps engineers, assigning tasks and ensuring best practices in deployment, monitoring, and security
- Define and enforce CI/CD processes and infrastructure automation standards using Terraform
- Own the implementation and governance of Landing Zones in both AWS and Azure
- Ensure HIPAA compliance and security policies are followed across all environments
- Drive adoption of observability tools like DataDog and establish logging standards
- Coordinate incident response and root cause analysis for infrastructure issues
- Build SLA frameworks for critical services and define strategies for auto-scaling, failure recovery, and disaster recovery
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align DevOps strategies with business needs
- Review and approve technical documentation produced by the team
What We Are Looking For
- Strong hands-on experience with AWS and Azure cloud platforms
- Proven experience leading cloud workload and service migrations
- Deep expertise in Terraform and infrastructure as code
- Experience leading CI/CD practices across multiple environments
- Strong container orchestration skills — Kubernetes and Docker
- Knowledge of cloud cost optimization, governance frameworks, and tagging strategies
- Experience with secret management tools — AWS Secrets Manager and Azure Key Vault
- Proficiency with monitoring and observability solutions — Datadog, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor
- Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- 5+ years of experience in a similar role
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Nice to Have
- Solid understanding of HIPAA and ISO 27001 compliance requirements
- Experience implementing zero-trust security models
- Familiarity with Zscaler or similar network security platforms
- Experience with Snowflake or similar cloud data warehouse platforms
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a leading digital health company
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
- Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs
- Generous paid time off and vacation days
How to Stand Out
- When applying for this role, make sure to highlight your experience with cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS and Azure, and your ability to lead a team of DevOps engineers.
- Be prepared to discuss your approach to CI/CD processes, container orchestration, and infrastructure automation, and how you have implemented these in previous roles.
- Emphasize your understanding of security and compliance frameworks, such as HIPAA and ISO 27001, and your experience with secret management tools.
- Showcase your ability to collaborate with stakeholders and align DevOps strategies with business needs, and highlight any experience you have with monitoring and observability solutions.
- Consider creating a portfolio that demonstrates your expertise in cloud infrastructure and DevOps, and be prepared to provide examples of your work during the interview process.
- Don't be afraid to ask about the company culture, values, and expectations during the interview, and be sure to discuss your own expectations and goals for the role.
- Be prepared to negotiate your salary and benefits package, and consider discussing flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.
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