Software Engineering & DevOps Specialist; Atlassian, TFS, ALM, Software Builds, Release Managem

Software Engineering & Dev Ops Specialist (Atlassian, TFS, ALM, Software Builds, Release Management) in Colorado Springs, CO

Job Function:
Dev Ops Operations

Duration:
Full-Time Permanent positions (no contracts, no corp to corp, no remote)

Salary: $68,000 to $91,000 with benefits + relocation

H1B Transfer Candidates will be considered

SKILLS: Software Engineering, Dev Ops, Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) suite, Cloud, Atlassian, Team Foundation Server, Source Code Management, GIT, Bitbucket, Subversion, Clear Case, Defect Management, Defect Tracking, Software Build Management, Release Management, MKS Integrity, Subversion, IBM Rational Clear Case, Agile, Scrum, Kanban

Our prestigious client with a global presence is looking for a technical leader working with an energetic team whose mission is to improve the productivity of R&D engineers accelerating the development of leading-edge products. In the Software Engineering Tools & Dev Ops Specialist role you will focus on leading, embracing and deploying the software-centric solutions strategy throughout the company.

Our client is in the progress of transforming from Microsoft technology based Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) suite and legacy Software Configuration Management tools to the next generation Application Lifecycle Management platform offering utilizing the Atlassian suite of tools. The ultimate goal is to create a shared ecosystem that enables rapid-platform development.

• Partner closely with key Business Stakeholders and Architects
• Develop relationships and partnerships to understand and provide effective, sustainable solutions to meet business needs.
• Recommend and apply Industry best-practices for Dev Ops Tools and processes, Cloud based (AWS) software development such as builds, test automation solutions.
• Consult, implement Dev Ops and be an evangelist of Dev Ops model.
• Strong technical consultation depth and familiarity with leading industry software development tools
• Can objectively evaluate and recommend best tools, practices and solutions.
• Influence out-of-the-box vs customized solutions as applicable.
• Eloquent articulator of industry trends, thoughts and own ideas.
• Constantly lookout for cost-effective solutions and consolidation options.

• Own Dev Ops Tools Technology Roadmap. Define, maintain and drive adoption.
• Dev Ops and Software Development Lifecycle Tools Evolution and constantly evaluate new opportunities.

• Primary Steward in maintaining tools Service Level Agreements (SLA), IT Security and Compliance, System Performance and other stewardship activities (application upgrade, infrastructure changes etc.).

• Consistently driving LEAN and Optimization efforts to improve performance, reduce waste and increase efficiencies.
• Collaborate closely with other IT organizations, particularly the IT Infrastructure organizations to design, implement and support solutions.
• Collaborate closely with 3rd party vendors (e.g Microsoft, Atlassian, IBM etc.) and internal IT suppliers to ensure continuous progress and deliverables are met.
• Excellent team player, communicator and IT advocate.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience in managing Dev Ops/Software Development Life cycle (SDLC/ALM) applications and tools, especially Atlassian tools and Microsoft – Team Foundation Server
• Source Code Management – GIT, Bitbucket, Subversion, Clear Case
• Build Management
• Test and Release management.
• Knowledge of MKS Integrity, Subversion, IBM Rational Clear Case would be a plus.
• Greater understanding/experience on Agile, Scrum, and Kanban based Software Development.
• Experience in providing multi-tier Software Solutions for large/global R&D functional teams.
• Well-versed in translating business needs into actionable well-defined technical requirements.
• Extremely strong communication skills and the ability to work with cross functional IT and business teams.
• Very strong analytical skills with the working knowledge of infrastructure components (Networking, memory, CPUs, storage - Disk IOs,) to troubleshoot various challenges.
• Experience in handling critical escalations and to be able to deliver under pressure.
• Versatile, flexible and passionate towards learning.
• A critical thinker, leader and ability to positively influence the team.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.