Manager, DevOps Engineering

About the role

TheManager, DevOps Engineeringis a senior technical leader responsible for leading a team of engineers building and optimizing enterprise-scale software systems and cloud platforms. This role combines deep technical expertise with leadership in DevSecOps, platform engineering, and cloud architecture. The Manager, DevOps Engineering drives innovation, ensures engineering excellence, and leads cross-functional initiatives to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions. This position also plays a key role in mentoring teams, influencing technical strategy, and integrating emerging technologies such as generative AI into engineering practices. You will report tothe Director of AppOps and work alongside a team ofdedicated colleagues.

As part of our dynamic DevOps community, you'll join a global network of passionate tech professionals who collaborate, support, and inspire each other across borders. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Attend flagship events likeWolters Kluwer Technology Summit
• Participate in industry-leading conferences such asInspire
• Compete in exciting challenges like theCode Games

We believe in continuous learning, innovation, and celebrating success together.

You will

• Lead a team of like minded engineers and establish a regiment of quality, automated, AI first, results driven center of excellence at your location.
• Support the design and engineering of scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise software and cloud platforms in partnership with the Digital Exerience Group (./dxg) software development organization.
• Define and implement best practices in DevSecOps, infrastructure automation, and operational engineering.
• Oversee the deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of platforms using SRE principles.
• Architect and manage cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS) ensuring performance, cost-efficiency, and compliance.
• Lead the development and optimization of CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
• Guide the adoption of containerized and serverless architectures (e.g., Docker, AKS, Azure Functions).
• Ensure adherence to security standards, conduct risk assessments, and lead compliance initiatives.
• Translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions and roadmaps.
• Mentor and coach engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Explore and integrate generative AI technologies to enhance software capabilities and automation.

You have

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software engineering, DevSecOps, or platform engineering.
• At least 5 years in a technical leadership role.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with AI and generative AI technologies or equivalent exposure.
• Proven experience in enterprise-scale application and infrastructure operations.

Skills

• Extensive experience Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and other IaC tools, including module development and maintenance.
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
• Containerization and Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
• Strong architectural knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), including service design and deployment.
• Familiarity with SRE practices and tools for monitoring, incident management, and performance tuning driving operational excellence to increase uptime, reliability and scalability.

• Advanced proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation and infrastructure tasks.
• Deep expertise in programming frameworks (.NET, Java) and modern application development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in complex technical environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and lead teams.
• Performance Management: Coaching, mentoring, and conducting reviews
• Project Management: Agile/Scrum methodologies, sprint planning
• Hiring & Talent Development: Hiring, onboarding, and career development
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PSD, Azure/AWS DevOps) are preferred.

Workingtogether

• Hybrid: This is a hybrid role, where you willspend at least eight days a month at our office, where you'llenjoy the benefits of connecting and collaborating with your colleagues in person.

Join us, at Wolters Kluwer, and be part of a global technology company that makes a difference every day. Be the difference. If making a difference matters to you, then you matter to us.

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