Job description

This is a highly confidential search and will require a signed NDA to disclose the company name. The role is based in Los Angeles, CA. About Eleven Recruiting We are a specialized technology staffing agency supporting professional and financial services companies. Why do we stand out in technology staffing? We listen and act as advisors for our candidates on how they can best add value, find interesting projects, and pave a path for career advancement. We advocate for best pay, diversity in tech, and best job-fit for every candidate we place. Our client is a management firm that runs the investments, initiatives, and operations for a visionary collective committed to shaping the future. Its reach is vast—overseeing diverse assets, funding transformative projects, and building programs that redefine science, philanthropy, and innovation. With a team of over 800 employees, this organization not only manages resources, but also drives meaningful change. From advancing groundbreaking ocean research to revolutionizing grant and investment strategies, every decision is purposeful. This firm is seeking an experienced Technology Manager to serve as the Head of DevOps. The perfect candidate will be part of the Enterprise Technology team, driving innovation and establishing technological excellence. They will ensure the organization remains a tech leader by delivering effective solutions. This role offers a unique chance for an experienced technical leader to build a top-tier cloud infrastructure and DevOps team using advanced technologies. Responsibilities include designing secure, scalable pipelines and fostering collaboration between development and operations teams to ensure continuous delivery and operational excellence. The candidate will shape the strategic direction of DevOps practices, while promoting automation, reliability, and performance. Expertise in AI/ML integration within DevOps workflows, as well as strong leadership and communication skills, are critical. Responsibilities: • Define and execute a DevOps strategy that aligns with business and technological objectives. • Manage and enhance CI/CD pipelines to streamline code integration, testing, and deployment workflows. • Promote the use of advanced infrastructure technologies such as containerization, orchestration, and serverless computing. • Create and manage a high-performing DevOps team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and automation. • Develop and enforce standards for infrastructure as code (IaC), configuration management, and monitoring. • Partner with development, operations, security, and QA teams to ensure the delivery of scalable and dependable systems. • Monitor and improve system performance, through proactive incident management and root cause analysis. • Guide the transition to cloud-native platforms, while optimizing resource utilization. • Ensure adherence to security, governance, and industry standards throughout the DevOps lifecycle. • Drive continuous improvement through performance enhancements and automation. • Assess and adopt new tools and technologies to strengthen DevOps capabilities. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field is mandatory; an advanced degree is preferred. • Demonstrated experience in senior-level DevOps leadership within vast and complex environments. • Expertise in CI/CD tools and platforms like Jenkins, GitLab, or GitHub Actions. • Proficient in containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes. • In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and associated networking services. • Skilled in using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible. • Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, or Datadog. • Solid understanding of microservices architecture, serverless computing, and distributed systems. • Familiarity with security best practices, such as DevSecOps and meeting compliance standards. • Exceptional skills in leadership, communication, and team development.

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