Piper Companies is seeking a DevOps Leader to join a cutting-edge digital payment solutions organization. The DevOps Leader will be responsible for building and supporting large-scale cloud-based automation systems, mentoring on cloud architecture, and implementing orchestration solutions. This position will be hybrid in McLean, VA!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE DEVOPS LEADER INCLUDE:

• Proven experience in DevOps and cloud infrastructure
• Proficiency in at least one programming language: Python, Bash, or Go
• Expert-level experience with Azure and AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service); certification preferred
• Deep experience with CI/CD tools and frameworks: Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Istio, Helm Charts
• Expert-level understanding of GitLab and GitLab-based deployments
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP, routing, switching, firewalls, and load balancers
• Advanced system administration experience with Linux-based OS
• Expert-level knowledge of ISTIO and SFTP custom setups
• Payments industry experience preferred
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent professional experience

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Subject Matter Expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins
• Experience with SOC2 & PCI Compliance Requirements
• Familiarity with KeyCloak, PostgreSQL, and Golang

• Run, support, and build large-scale cloud-based automation and management systems
• Provide cloud architecture mentorship and implement cloud orchestration solutions to support product capabilities
• Continuously improve DevOps processes and pipelines
• Collaborate with engineering, product, marketing, operations, information security, and customer support teams to deliver end-to-end solutions