Job Specifications
Lead DevOps Engineer
Pay
$145,000 annually
Location
Richardson, TX (Hybrid)
Summary
Seeking a hands-on DevOps Lead to join a growing Cloud Practice team focused on AWS infrastructure, automation, and operational excellence. This role combines technical expertise with guidance and mentorship, acting as an internal consultant to development teams. The DevOps Lead will spearhead automation, cloud architecture best practices, and cost optimization initiatives, supporting the organization’s journey toward scalable, secure, and efficient cloud operations. Join a dynamic environment with significant growth potential, a new team, and strong leadership.
Requirements
3+ years in a cloud engineering role
5+ years in professional IT
Strong knowledge of AWS services and cloud-native architectures
Experience with CI/CD automation and scripting (Bash, Python, Node.js)
Hands-on understanding of cloud networking, backups, recovery, and security
Familiarity with AWS Well-Architected Framework and VPN implementations
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field; certifications a plus
Responsibilities
Lead operation and governance of AWS environment, including IAM, infrastructure as code, and security
Develop, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines and developer tooling
Manage cloud infrastructure, networking, and observability platforms (Datadog/CloudWatch)
Troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and automate remediation processes
Provide guidance and best practices for cloud architecture, security, and automation
Mentor junior team members and promote continuous improvement of cloud practices
Collaborate with managed cloud partners, security teams, and development teams for seamless cloud operations and project delivery
Assist in cost optimization efforts by analyzing usage, identifying overprovisioning, and implementing infrastructure re-architecture when needed
Support organizational cloud management tasks, including onboarding, offboarding, and inventory tracking
Benefits
Significant growth opportunities within a forward-looking team
Leadership role with influence over cloud architecture and strategy
Collaborative work environment with strong leadership support
Competitive salary and flexible, hybrid schedule
Opportunities to develop skills in cutting-edge cloud technologies and automation platforms
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About the Company
Prestige Staffing is an award-winning, nationally recognized leader in professional staff augmentation serving local IT, Healthcare, and Accounting & Finance clients as well as USA Contingent Workforce Programs. Our clients range from small entrepreneurial enterprises to Fortune 500 companies looking to hire the best contract and full-time talent quickly. Since 1999, Prestige Staffing has expanded from a small, locally-based business to become a national entity with offices in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, New...
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