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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$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

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful project delivery in the Telco services sector by managing complex initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with business goals while maintaining timelines...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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...

3 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

$130K - $170K *

Unlock potential by managing and securing our cloud-first enterprise environment. This hands-on role encompasses systems administration, security operations, and compliance to ensure a scalable and se...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing and optimizing cloud environments. This hands-on role involves managing identity, access, and endpoint security while ensuring compliance and integrating enter...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you architect secure CI/CD pipelines, manage Kubernetes clusters, and implement security automation in AWS. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency while embe...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving Agile excellence by leading delivery for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and execution, while fostering a...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$212K - $265K *

Inspire a thriving community by leading Developer Advocates to amplify customer voices, enhance technical narratives, and foster engagement through strategic programs and collaboration across teams, d...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage configuration and release processes for software, ensuring accuracy and traceability of components, dependencies, and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze impacts a...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion IT security operations and governance initiatives, enhancing risk management and compliance across systems. Collaborate with teams to strengthen security controls and align with business obje...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $200K *

Transform enterprise operations by leading DevSecOps strategies, designing robust architectures, and mentoring teams for seamless adoption across diverse technologies and products...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore a dynamic role where you'll design and maintain CI/CD pipelines, enhance infrastructure, and drive automation in a collaborative environment focused on robotics and software deployment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving the expansion of innovative software solutions. Engage with clients to identify their operational needs, collaborate with engineering teams, and manage complex accounts, en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with us as you drive recruitment strategy and processes, ensuring a seamless candidate experience while working closely with leadership to build a passionate and diverse engineering t...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$156K - $203K *

Optimize our infrastructure and drive automation as a DevOps Engineer, implementing solutions in AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to enhance service reliability, scalability, and performance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower engineering excellence as you coordinate high-level operations, manage tasking systems, and facilitate communication across teams. Play a pivotal role in supporting executive engineering activ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Support our cybersecurity governance and compliance strategy by executing risk assessments, maintaining security policies, and ensuring audit readiness across global operations to effectively manage i...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.