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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$150K - $180K *

Transform internal operations by owning the product vision and strategy for an AI-driven platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, enhance decision-making, and deliver...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by designing and developing Java applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions while optimizing performance and ensuring system...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of cloud applications by leading high-impact engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design innovative solutions that enhance product performance and deliv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

Optimize the security and reliability of a hybrid-cloud IT environment, managing Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and multi-site infrastructure. Collaborate on security initiatives and automate proces...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex challenges into innovative, AI-powered solutions while leading a dynamic engineering team. Engage in hands-on development to enhance product quality and drive scalable cloud-native a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Empower our multi-cloud infrastructure by designing, building, and operating the network backbone. You'll lead architectural decisions and ensure seamless connectivity across diverse environments whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of the multi-cloud network infrastructure, designing and operating end-to-end solutions that empower engineering teams. Drive innovation in networking, security, and observability while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Oversee project delivery for multiple client portfolios, ensuring structure and accountability across Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Coach teams, manage risks, and enhance delivery processes to me...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $121K *

Empower enterprise-wide digital transformation by engineering robust backup and recovery systems. Lead technology evaluations and develop solutions that enhance reliability, scalability, and security...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $230K *

Join a team that drives engineering excellence through technical leadership, innovation, and collaborative efforts. Lead teams in delivering high-quality software solutions while fostering professiona...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development and security of modern microservices applications. Collaborate with engineers and security teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions across diverse envi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $158K *

Lead the charge in providing Tier I/II support within a 24/7 operational environment. Collaborate with users and service providers to manage incidents, ensuring effective communication and documentati...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing 24/7 operational support, ensuring seamless incident management and resolution in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with users and service providers to enhan...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the technical direction for edge hardware systems, mentoring engineers and driving initiatives that enhance fleet sustainability and multi-vendor integration. Collaborate across teams to ensure o...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $125K *

Transform engineering workflows by enhancing DevSecOps practices, integrating automated solutions, and optimizing developer experience. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and leverage AI...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower teams to enhance cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices, driving best practices in data streaming, CI/CD, and service reliability. Collaborate across functions to optimize performance, secu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading IT operations and identity management, transforming strategy into action. Drive technical excellence in Microsoft Entra ID, endpoint platforms, and SaaS integrations while...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive software reliability by leading a new team focused on quality assurance for embedded systems. Ensure zero critical defects, automate testing, and collaborate across departments to enhance produc...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$260K - $300K *

Drive innovation in software infrastructure by ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability of distributed systems. Collaborate across teams to implement best practices and enhance devel...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining data analytics by leading a small Data function to drive impactful product and business decisions, enhance data quality, and leverage AI for proactive insights and automa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$107K - $195K *

Drive innovation in a multi-cloud environment, enhancing system resiliency and security for critical missions. Leverage your expertise in DevSecOps to modernize cloud platforms and support the U.S. Ai...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize security engineering services to enhance software assurance through the design and deployment of a DevSecOps environment, ensuring compliance and security posture management against cyber thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Transform healthcare by developing cloud-native solutions that enhance radiology workflows. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll lead full-stack projects on AWS, ensuring quality and security while...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $100K *

Optimize IT operations by managing endpoint support and user experience. Collaborate with global teams to enhance security, streamline processes, and ensure seamless technology access for users across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Transform engineering solutions by documenting requirements, designing prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance functionality and ensure system integration. Drive innovatio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.