Lead DevOps Architect

Job Description:

Lead Dev Ops Architect - AWS & Launch Darkly SME Role Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Lead / Architect with deep expertise in AWS Dev Ops and strong subject matter expertise in Launch Darkly
. This role requires a senior technologist who can design, implement, and operationalize enterprise-grade feature management solutions
, while also owning delivery and leading a small team
. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of overall experience
, with the last 2+ years focused on AWS Dev Ops
, and has been directly involved in the implementation and integration of Launch Darkly in complex, enterprise environments.

• Act as SME for Launch Darkly, owning architecture, design decisions, and best practices
  · Design and implement enterprise-ready Launch Darkly solutions, including:o Feature flag strategyo Environment and access modelo Governance, security, and audit considerations
  · Integrate Launch Darkly with Brave templates and CI/CD pipelines
  · Define scalable, secure, and resilient AWS-based Dev Ops architectures
  
  Hands-On Implementation
• Be deeply hands-on in building and configuring:o AWS infrastructure (IaC using Terraform/Cloud Formation) o CI/CD pipelines (Git Hub Actions, Jenkins, Git Lab, etc.)o Launch Darkly SDKs and integrations
  · Troubleshoot complex production issues across Dev Ops and feature management layers
  · Ensure solutions are production-ready, observable, and performant
  
  Delivery Ownership
• Own end-to-end delivery for the Dev Ops and Launch Darkly workstream
  · Plan, estimate, and execute deliverables with high quality and predictability
  · Lead and mentor engineers while remaining an active contributor
  · Ensure adherence to timelines, quality standards, and engineering best practices
  
  Stakeholder Communication
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels (engineering, product, leadership)
• Translate technical concepts into clear business and operational outcomes
  · Participate in architecture reviews, design walkthroughs, and executive discussions

• 10+ years of overall software / platform engineering experience
  · 2+ years of recent, hands-on AWS Dev Ops experience
• Proven experience implementing Launch Darkly in real-world environments
  · Strong experience integrating feature flagging solutions into CI/CD pipelines
  
  Technical Skills
• AWS: EC2, EKS/ECS, Lambda, IAM, VPC, Cloud Watch, S3
• Dev Ops & Platform Engineering:o Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / Cloud Formation) o CI/CD pipelineso Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Launch Darkly:o Feature flag lifecycle managemento SDK integrationo Governance and rollout strategies
  · Strong understanding of security, compliance, and enterprise-scale Dev Ops practices
  
  Leadership & Soft Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to influence and align stakeholders across technology and business
  · Proven experience leading teams while remaining hands-on
  · Strong ownership mindset with accountability for delivery outcomes

• Experience with large-scale enterprise platforms
  · Exposure to multi-tenant or regulated environments
  · Prior experience defining Dev Ops or feature management standards

• Launch Darkly implemented as an enterprise-grade, scalable solution
• Seamless integration with Brave templates and CI/CD pipelines
• High-quality, predictable delivery with minimal production issues
  · Strong stakeholder confidence and trust in technical leadership