Director of DevOps Jobs

Explore Director of DevOps opportunities for experienced technology leaders ready to shape how organizations build, deploy, and operate software. These senior roles combine strategic planning with technical leadership across cloud infrastructure, automation, platform engineering, and site reliability. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you find leadership opportunities aligned with your expertise.

What Does a Director of DevOps Do?

A Director of DevOps sets the vision for reliable, secure, and efficient software delivery. Responsibilities often include leading DevOps and platform teams, improving CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud and infrastructure strategy, and partnering with engineering, security, and product leaders. Directors also establish operational standards, track service performance, guide incident response, and develop talent across their organizations.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for substantial experience in DevOps, software engineering, infrastructure, or site reliability engineering, along with a record of leading teams and delivering organization-wide improvements. Useful expertise may include AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; infrastructure as code; containers and Kubernetes; observability; security and compliance; and modern CI/CD practices. Strong communication, financial planning, prioritization, and change-management skills are also important.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director of DevOps roles can be found across technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, and other industries investing in digital products and cloud operations. Depending on company size, location, and scope, a director may lead several teams or oversee a broad platform organization. Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare roles by responsibilities, industry, and work arrangement.

How to Find the Right Director of DevOps Role

Highlight measurable outcomes on your resume, such as faster release cycles, improved availability, reduced cloud costs, or stronger security controls. Clarify the scale of the teams, platforms, and budgets you have managed, and tailor your experience to each employer’s priorities. Use Ladders to explore Director of DevOps jobs and identify opportunities that fit your leadership goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in transforming IT & DevOps operations, unifying teams and enhancing service delivery. Drive strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering strong relatio...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $171K *

Transform our DevOps landscape by building and managing robust CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and security automation. Lead initiatives that ensure seamless deployments and promote best practi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate innovation by leading engineering teams in cutting-edge web, mobile, and cloud solutions. Collaborate globally to deliver top-tier digital products while implementing strategic project mana...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us deliver high-quality, scalable software by driving architecture decisions, leading technical implementations, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance code quality, perform...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$139K - $226K *

Transform enterprise solutions by leading multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver secure, scalable, and cost-efficient software architectures. Drive innovation in cloud infrastructure and FinOps...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $226K *

Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to architect and deliver secure, scalable, and cost-efficient digital platforms, driving innovation in software solutions and cloud infrastructure for enterpri...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the reliability and scalability of production systems by building secure cloud infrastructures and efficient deployment pipelines. Collaborate across teams to enhance system performance and o...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's pivotal in managing secure, cloud-based systems and CI/CD processes. You'll ensure reliable software delivery, streamline containerized application deployments, and uphold security...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$205K - $250K *

Lead and mentor a team of infrastructure engineers while actively engaging in hands-on engineering tasks. Shape the infrastructure roadmap, ensuring quality delivery and fostering a culture of collabo...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead infrastructure engineers while remaining hands-on in engineering tasks. Shape the infrastructure roadmap and ensure the reliability of critical service...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Elevate security practices at scale by implementing robust DevSecOps solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud platforms and drive compliance, ensuring secure software engine...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $250K *

Drive detection and response initiatives in a dynamic corporate environment, enhancing security posture through hands-on engagement with SIEM, incident management, and proactive threat hunting to safe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $165K *

Elevate your career by driving DevOps excellence across multiple software products. Collaborate with teams to automate processes, enhance CI/CD practices, and support innovative solutions in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the implementation journey for federal clients by leading end-to-end deployments, ensuring seamless integration and user adoption while navigating complex compliance environments and collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $165K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security within CI/CD pipelines by implementing DevSecOps practices, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovation in cloud security solutions to suppo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on enhancing global security through innovative DevSecOps practices. Collaborate across departments to implement robust CI/CD pipeline security and drive c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance security measures at the enterprise level by integrating DevSecOps practices, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust cyber security controls...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $280K *

Champion innovation by leading a talented team of infrastructure engineers while actively engaging in hands-on engineering tasks. Shape the infrastructure roadmap and ensure the delivery of high-quali...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing infrastructure team while driving hands-on engineering initiatives. Shape the infrastructure roadmap and ensure the reliability of critical services thr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support mission-critical technology by designing and maintaining a full-stack microservices architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance CI/CD processes and ensure robust infrastru...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading client delivery initiatives, enhancing relationships, and driving strategic growth. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful engagements and excee...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by developing and automating infrastructure solutions in a secure environment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance system reliability and streamline operations using cutti...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $268K *

Transform the future of data center design by leading strategic initiatives and multidisciplinary teams to deliver mission-critical infrastructure across a global portfolio, ensuring performance, reli...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer secure cloud solutions by leveraging your DevSecOps expertise to enhance computing architecture and brokerage services, ensuring compliance with DoD frameworks while mentoring teams and drivin...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead global IT operations, enhancing employee experience and infrastructure. Drive automation, manage identity access, and ensure seamless service delivery across corporate networks and applications...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of DevOps do?question toggle

    A Director of DevOps leads teams and strategy for software delivery, cloud infrastructure, automation, platform engineering, and operational reliability. The role typically includes setting standards, improving delivery pipelines, managing performance and risk, and collaborating with senior leaders.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of DevOps jobs?question toggle

    Employers generally seek significant experience in DevOps, software engineering, infrastructure, or site reliability, plus a history of leading teams and complex initiatives. Cloud platforms, CI/CD, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, security, and strong leadership skills are often valued.

  • How much do Director of DevOps jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific salary range and compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director of DevOps jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director of DevOps openings across industries and locations. Review job requirements, salary information, and work arrangements to find positions that match your experience and preferences.

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    Show measurable business and technical results, such as improved deployment frequency, uptime, security posture, or infrastructure efficiency. Describe your leadership scope, cloud and platform expertise, and experience partnering with engineering, security, and executive teams.