Manager of DevOps & Platform Engineering

Manager of DevOps & Platform Engineering

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Wauwatosa, WI No Remote TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $1 - $165,000 / yr ID WI59-2754171 POSTED Apr 14, 2026 Manager of DevOps & Platform Engineering BSCS/Engineering leader with 6-8 years of mastery in DevOps, Site Reliability, and Build Systems is required If you are a veteran engineer ready to architect world-class delivery pipelines and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) strategies for a high-growth environment, this is your next career chapter Competitive pay is up to $165,000 annually based upon experience Hybrid flexibility with 3 days onsite in the Milwaukee area and 2 days remote Expert proficiency in CI/CD pipelines (TeamCity/Jenkins), container orchestration (Docker), and Infrastructure as Code (Ansible/Kotlin/Python) Technical leadership experience is a plus, but we will consider a Senior/Principal Engineer with a "Rock Solid" technical foundation ready to step into management Deep experience with complex build environments including Cmake and Yocto/Embedded Linux systems Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder Full-time, permanent W-2 employee Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement matching Located in the Milwaukee, WI area This full-time Manager of DevOps & Platform Engineering career opportunity is with a global pioneer in industrial machine software and artificial intelligence. Unlike the "stagnant" experience often found at massive conglomerate firms, this organization thrives on a high-velocity, innovation-first environment where individual determination is recognized and rewarded. Most notably, they offer a transparent and aggressive career trajectory. Mapping out paths from Associate to Principal and into Senior Management, at a pace that actually matches your performance. With a legacy of financial stability and a culture that prioritizes employee engagement, it's a place where engineers don't just find a job, they build a decades-long career. The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate include the following: Define and lead the long-term DevOps roadmap, providing the high-level architectural guidance necessary to scale automated software delivery across a global engineering organization Mentor and manage a specialized team of DevOps Engineers, utilizing advanced career-mapping tools to drive professional growth and technical progression Architect next-generation automation strategies for the full development and release lifecycle, overseeing the deployment of CI/CD environments (TeamCity), Docker, and Infrastructure as Code Analyze complex performance metrics and automated testing data to pinpoint architectural weaknesses and implement proactive, forward-looking infrastructure solutions Serve as the primary technical liaison between cross-functional engineering groups and senior leadership to ensure a unified, secure, and reliable software stack The background of the successful candidate must include the following: A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (equivalent high-level experience may be considered) 6-8 years of direct experience in DevOps, Build Engineering, or SRE with an "Incredibly Rock Solid" technical foundation Proficiency in complex build systems such as Cmake and Yocto, along with strong scripting capabilities in Python A deep understanding of CI/CD pipeline architecture and the ability to recommend and implement next-generation toolsets A proven ability (or strong desire) to lead a team, focusing on technical mentorship and high-level project delegation A stable work history that demonstrates a commitment to long-term professional growth US citizenship or Green Card status with a residence within a 45-minute drive of Milwaukee, WI