Lead DevOps Engineer

*Open to candidates who are willing to relocate to Chicago, IL. The Lead DevOps Engineer will partner with IT Delivery Teams to ensure code, services and products seamlessly move from development through rollout and into production. Work requires scripting and coding with an eye on automation and continuous integration so that deployments can be broken down and distributed across multiple development and test teams for the implementation of web-based application development projects.This is a hands-on role that requires analytical thinking, technical aptitude and an ability to work closely with members of the development, infrastructure security, and solution architecture teams (i.e., engineers and testers). Resources to do the job require reliance on technical knowledge of Azure DevOps implementation and administration, .NET, structured programming concepts, containerization, micro services, architecture and process enhancement to support the bank’s development and testing efforts. General direction is received from the Sr. Manager, Modern Engineering.What you can expect:Set up CI/CD pipelines to support automated deployment of resources to Cloud environments, all at medium to high level of complexityThis is a hands-on role that develops and supports build and release automation pipelines. You will be part of the team that will deploy a highly available full software stack in public/ private cloudsDesign, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment.Implement security best practices and ensure compliance.Mentor and guide junior DevOps engineers.Proactively identifies system and process risks and recommend/implement process improvementsRemediate gaps and support the automation requirements of continuous integration and continuous deploymentIdentify and develop metrics and dashboards to monitor adoption and maturity of DevOpsExpertise in Docker/Containerization and KubernetesAbility to contribute to architecture discussions around technology controls and their implementation in a DevOps/Cloud environmentWork collaboratively with architecture, security and other engineers to estimate, design, code, deploy and support working software / technology componentsFoster the adoption of DevSecOps culture and capabilities across Agile product delivery teamsWork in an Agile/Scrum environment; planning, estimating, and completing tasks onLiaison with Agile Delivery Process teams to support necessary configurations/setup in Azure DevOps (ADO) for Agile ceremoniesParticipate in various technology Center of Excellence and evenagelise DevSecOps methodologies.Work with development and support teams to design improved deployment, provisioning and integration workflows, ensure environments stability and identify areas and plans for improvementContribute to new technology, vendor package and tool road mapping, evaluation and introductionEnsure compliance with Performance, Security, Availability, Recoverability standards and policies and provide Monitoring recommendations for tasks of low to medium level of complexityWhat you’ll bring:7+ years of demonstrable software engineering and DevOps experience7+ years working in SCRUM/Agile software development environmentExperience deploying and administering Continuous integration tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, TeamCity, Octopus or BambooExpertise with Infrastructure cloud tools such as Terraform, Docker, Podman, Helm etc.Expertise with integrating Static Application Security Testing (SAST) using Checkmarx and other toolsExpertise with Code quality scans using Sonarqube and othersExpertise with automated testing solutions for unit testing, integration and system testingBachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. Computer Science or related field preferred.Strong cloud engineering experience primarily with Azure and AWS.Expertise in working with Terraform, Ansible, and/or Chef for infrastructure automation and configurationExpertise with Docker and Kubernetes on platforms such as AWS ECS and AWS EKSExpertise with programming languages such as Python, C++ is a mustExpertise with Application Performance Monitoring (APM) tools such as Datadog and othersExpertise with SQL databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL, NoSQL databases like AWS Dynamo DB and MongoDB, graph DB such as Neo4J, AWS Neptune.Expertise with project management and workflow tools and concepts such as Jira, Agile, Scrum/Kanban, etc.Proficiency in cross-platform scripting language and build tools (Python,ANT,Artifactory,Groovy, MS Build,NuGet)Proficiency in OOP software development using C# or similar languagesAbility to define scalable and secure CI/CD pipelinesUnderstanding of deployment strategies using Docker for containerizationExperience with pair programming using GitHub CopilotStrong communication/presentation skills and ability to explain protocol, processes, and cloud architecture with team and management. Salary: $150,000- $180,000 per year ( depends on experience level)Benefits: Medical Insurance, PTO, 401 (k) and more.About The CompanyPeterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possibleMatching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunitiesAs part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca)To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.These AI hiring tools help us:Transcribe interviewsSummarize candidate responsesGenerate job-related insightsStreamline communication and schedulingPlease note that:The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent): When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:A technical interviewA coding challengeA case studyA client-specific assessmentWe will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.Human Review & Selection: Every candidate's profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.Your Rights as a Candidate: At PTP, every candidate has the right to:Request a non-AI interview pathAsk how your data is being usedRequest access to transcripts or interview recordingsRequest deletion of your AI-recorded interviewReceive clear, timely communicationOur goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.Our Commitment: For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.We're committed to a hiring process that is:TransparentCompliantEquitablePowered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgmentWelcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.We're excited to learn more about you.Equal Employment Opportunity: Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.