First American

DevOps Solution Architect

First American$137K — $167K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in DevOps, cloud engineering, or systems architecture, including 3+ years in a Solution Architect role
  • Deep knowledge of software architecture, distributed systems, and operational excellence
  • Expertise in CI/CD, Azure DevOps, and DevOps automation
  • Hands-on experience with Azure cloud solutions
  • Strong skills in Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), Kubernetes, and Docker
  • Experience with enterprise monitoring and operational support frameworks
  • Proficiency in scripting and developing automation tools

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain secure, scalable cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure
  • Implement enterprise DevOps standards, including CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks
  • Develop enterprise monitoring and observability solutions across applications
  • Establish metrics and monitoring strategies to ensure production reliability
  • Collaborate with teams to align deployment processes and operational requirements
  • Promote an AI-first culture by utilizing AI for automation and operational tasks
  • Ensure production readiness with testing, disaster recovery, and compliance measures
  • Drive improvements through rapid prototyping and evaluation of emerging technologies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Group retirement savings plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements
  • Paid volunteer opportunities and donation matching
  • Employee recognition programs including referral incentives
  • Participation in a stock purchase plan
  • Additional benefits offered as per employment terms
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Solution Architect to lead the design, automation, deployment, and operational excellence of modern enterprise platforms and software solutions. This role bridges software architecture, cloud infrastructure, DevOps engineering, and AI-enabled operational practices to ensure scalable, secure, and resilient delivery pipelines and production environments. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and embraces an AI-first mindset — leveraging AI-assisted development, automation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization practices throughout the software delivery lifecycle. You will work closely with engineering, infrastructure, security, QA, and business stakeholders to architect and implement modern DevOps solutions that accelerate delivery while improving reliability, observability, and operational efficiency. HERE’S HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE: • Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure and DevOps architectures. • Implement and evolve enterprise DevOps standards, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), automation frameworks, and operational best practices. • Design and implement enterprise monitoring, logging, alerting, observability, and AI-enhanced operational intelligence solutions across infrastructure and applications. • Establish operational health metrics, SLIs/SLOs, dashboards, and proactive monitoring strategies to ensure production reliability, performance, scalability, and rapid incident response. • Collaborate with software development teams to align application architecture, deployment processes, infrastructure, security, and operational requirements throughout the software delivery lifecycle. • Promote an AI-first engineering culture by leveraging AI-assisted automation, monitoring, diagnostics, security analysis, troubleshooting, and operational optimization capabilities. • Ensure production readiness through resiliency testing, disaster recovery planning, security compliance, vulnerability management, secrets management, and operational automation. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives through rapid prototyping, evaluation of emerging technologies, root cause analysis, and implementation of AI-powered solutions that improve platform reliability, deployment efficiency, and developer productivity. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BRING: • 7+ years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, systems architecture, or related technical roles, including 3+ years in a Solution Architect or senior technical leadership role. • Deep understanding of software architecture, distributed systems, networking, security, scalability, resiliency, and production operations. • Strong expertise designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and DevOps automation using Azure DevOps and related technologies. • Hands-on experience architecting and supporting enterprise cloud solutions within Microsoft Azure environments. • Strong experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), automation frameworks, and container orchestration technologies including Kubernetes and Docker. • Proven experience implementing enterprise monitoring, observability, logging, alerting, and operational support solutions for production systems and cloud platforms. • Strong operational mindset with experience proactively monitoring application health, infrastructure performance, availability, certificate health, security compliance, and production reliability using automated and AI-assisted monitoring solutions. • Experience managing enterprise certificate lifecycles including SSL/TLS certificate provisioning, renewal, automation, PKI, secrets management, and secure communication protocols. • Strong software development and scripting experience with the ability to design, develop, and support automation tools, integrations, APIs, and operational platforms. • Demonstrated ability to rapidly prototype, validate, and iterate on technical solutions while balancing speed, innovation, engineering discipline, and operational quality. • Experience leveraging AI tools and AI-assisted practices for software delivery, infrastructure management, monitoring, troubleshooting, automation, and engineering productivity with an AI-first approach to problem solving. • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments and drive clarity through experimentation and continuous improvement. Total Direct Compensation: 137,200 - 167,900 Any pay range is in $CAD. The stated pay range reflects the total expected compensation for this role (e.g., base pay plus any expected incentives or allowances, where applicable) HERE’S WHAT SETS US APART: Through mentoring, innovative tools, and a variety of programs that engage and reward, we empower each employee to be great and drive results. • Comprehensive benefits that include Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and Wellness Essentials • Group retirement savings plan with company match • Paid holidays and generous paid time off • Hybrid work arrangements • Paid volunteer opportunities and charitable donation matching • Employee recognition programs that include referral incentives • Potential for performance-based incentives  • The opportunity to participate in our stock purchase plan • And more! *As per terms of the employment agreement

About First American

First American provides financial services through its Title Insurance and Services segment and its Specialty Insurance segment. The First American Family of Companies' core business lines include title insurance and closing/settlement services; title plant management services; title and other real property records and images; valuation products and services; home warranty products; property and casualty insurance; and banking, trust, and investment advisory services.

First American Careers

Join the vibrant team at First American, a leading company renowned for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional excellence. As one of the most respected names in the industry, First American offers unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career to new heights.

Work You’ll Do

At First American, your work transcends ordinary job responsibilities. You will be part of a dynamic team that drives industry standards through innovation and leadership. Engage in projects that transform our services and, by extension, the industry itself, making an impact that matters.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you're looking for an entry-level position or a more senior role, First American presents a spectrum of career paths across various departments. Our job opportunities are designed to foster professional growth and personal achievement.

Internship Programs

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Culture and Benefits

First American is committed to creating a workplace where every team member feels valued. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment. Our benefits package is comprehensive, supporting both your professional and personal life, including health, wellness, and continuous learning opportunities.

Professional Development and Training

We believe in nurturing our team’s skills through targeted training programs, including leadership development and diversity training. These initiatives ensure that you are equipped to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and personal growth.

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Networking and Growth

At First American, career growth is complemented by opportunities to connect and collaborate with professionals across the company. Engage in networking events that can open doors to numerous career paths and professional relationships.

Why First American?

Choosing First American means opting for a career where your skills are appreciated and your contributions are valued. Here, every employee is empowered to reach their full potential, supported by our culture of growth, leadership, and innovation. Join First American today and be part of a team that is reshaping the future through exceptional service, dedication, and a commitment to excellence. Explore the positions we have available and take the first step towards a rewarding career at First American.
Learn more about First American
Size
22,233 employees
Market Cap
$5.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$696.4 million
Founded
1889
5 Year Trend
+10.6%
Revenue
$7 billion
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