Explore DevOps Lead Jobs

Find DevOps Lead opportunities that match your experience in cloud infrastructure, software delivery, and engineering leadership. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles at organizations building reliable, scalable technology platforms.

What Does a DevOps Lead Do?

A DevOps Lead helps teams deliver software efficiently and reliably by connecting development and operations practices. Responsibilities may include guiding engineers, improving CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud infrastructure, strengthening observability and incident response, and advancing automation and security across the software lifecycle.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers often seek experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; infrastructure as code; containers and orchestration platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes; CI/CD tools; scripting; monitoring; and site reliability practices. Communication, mentoring, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to set technical direction are also important.

DevOps Lead Career Opportunities

DevOps Leads work across technology companies and sectors such as finance, healthcare, retail, and enterprise software. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on platform engineering, cloud operations, developer productivity, security, or reliability, and can provide a path toward senior engineering management or infrastructure leadership.

Find Your Next DevOps Lead Role

Browse DevOps Lead jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, then apply to roles that align with your technical strengths and leadership goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Architect and enhance scalable infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating across engineering teams to implement innovative cloud technologies and open-source solutions for optimal product deliv...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Champion innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, driving full-stack solutions and leveraging AI tools to enhance IT lifecycle management. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful softwar...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing our technical infrastructure, ensuring high availability and reliability of systems while leading DevOps and Infrastructure teams to implement best practices...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as an Agile Delivery Lead to drive Agile execution, facilitate planning, and ensure successful delivery of applicant services. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance work...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $295K *

Lead innovative data analysis initiatives to develop contextual insights from autonomous vehicle data, driving meaningful improvements in safety and performance across mobility services...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$152K - $259K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure management by leading a dedicated group focused on high availability, security, and automation. Drive innovation while mentoring talent and enhancing opera...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI in IT Operations. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design and build innovative platform capabilities, driving impactful solutions and collaborating dir...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $214K *

Oversee and enhance security measures across network, compliance, and access management. Collaborate with teams to design and implement resilient infrastructure while leading a high-performing securit...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $201K *

Empower the development of our open source software solutions while collaborating with engineers and community contributors. Leverage your cloud native expertise to enhance mission outcomes through in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Innovate cloud solutions by designing, deploying, and managing AWS infrastructures. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance while supporting a high-performance e...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud technology by designing, deploying, and managing AWS infrastructures. Join a high-performance team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and ensuri...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $280K *

Engage with us to lead complex software initiatives, driving technical excellence and mentoring teams. You'll shape architecture, tackle challenges, and deliver high-performance solutions that support...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$229K - $258K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative security tools. Own product development from roadmap to rollout, fostering collaboration and driving results in a fast-paced environment focuse...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower teams by providing technical leadership in data science and AI/ML, driving enterprise data modernization initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and deliver impactful decision-mak...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project delivery by leading cross-functional teams in Interactive Response Technology, ensuring client satisfaction and timely execution while managing risks and fostering continuous improveme...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $205K *

Champion the development of scalable blockchain systems and APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payment solutions while troubleshooting issues and ensuring high-quality code deliv...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $313K *

Drive impactful change by building highly scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD systems. Collaborate with a top-tier team to enhance performance and quality while participating in dynamic software d...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in data analysis to drive operational excellence in healthcare. Collaborate across teams to interpret complex datasets and ensure compliance with regulato...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Manage the lifecycle of accelerator clusters, ensuring efficient capacity, reliability, and security. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and lead initiatives that...

Palo Alto, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $210K *

Lead complex programs and strategic client engagements, driving technology transformation and sustainable business value. Act as a trusted adviser to C-level stakeholders, shaping program vision and e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving CI/CD initiatives and enhancing cloud infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to ensure application reliability and modernization in Azure and AWS, balancing product deliv...

Tempe, AZRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$232K *

Lead enhancements on Oracle Fusion and Revpro, integrating systems like Salesforce and Zuora. Manage project roadmaps, prioritize enhancements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize...

San Francisco, CARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $405K *

Shape your career as you oversee network deployment and maintenance across multiple data centers. Lead initiatives from planning to execution, ensuring the delivery of robust network solutions while d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior DevSecOps Engineer, driving operational excellence in Linux and DB2 administration. Collaborate across teams to enhance application performance and security in a full...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Partner with us to shape the quality strategy for a leading exam development platform. Leverage your expertise to guide multiple Agile teams, enhance automation practices, and ensure high standards ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a DevOps Lead do?question toggle

    A DevOps Lead guides practices and teams that connect software development with IT operations. The role commonly involves improving deployment automation, cloud infrastructure, system reliability, monitoring, and collaboration across engineering teams.

  • What skills are commonly required for DevOps Lead jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, CI/CD, infrastructure as code, containers, Kubernetes, scripting, observability, and security fundamentals. Leadership, communication, and mentoring skills are also valued.

  • How much do DevOps Lead jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, so browse current listings for salary details and role-specific compensation.

  • What experience is typically needed to become a DevOps Lead?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, or site reliability, along with a record of leading projects or mentoring engineers. Specific requirements differ by company and role.

  • Where can DevOps Leads work?question toggle

    DevOps Leads are hired by technology companies and organizations across industries, including finance, healthcare, retail, and enterprise services. They may specialize in cloud operations, platform engineering, developer productivity, security, or reliability.