Manager, Custom DevOps

Manager, Custom DevOps Job Number: 341048 Textron is a renowned global multi‑industry company with a diverse portfolio spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, and fuel systems. Our brand lineup includes leading names such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E‑Z‑GO, Lycoming Engines, and many others. With a strong worldwide presence and a workforce of 34,000 individuals across 25 countries, we prioritize attracting top talent. Job Summary As our organization continues to grow and evolve, it is imperative that our Identity and Access Management (IAM) environment keeps pace with these changes. The current IAM strategy has served us well, but it is now time to take it to the next level to ensure that we remain secure, efficient, and adaptable to future needs. The Custom DevOps Manager will lead the transformation of the IAM space into a DevOps operation, focusing on enhanced security, scalability, user experience, compliance, and innovation. Key Responsibilities DevOps Strategy and Implementation: Develop and implement DevOps strategies in alignment with business objectives, oversee the integration of DevOps methodologies across various projects and teams. Azure DevOps Management: Manage, configure, and optimize Azure DevOps pipelines, repositories, and services, ensuring seamless integration and continuous delivery pipelines for software projects. Custom Programming: Build, maintain, and enhance tools and scripts that support DevOps processes, implementing automation and orchestration solutions tailored to project needs. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with development, operations, and QA teams to ensure smooth and efficient software delivery, facilitating communication and collaboration between departments. Monitoring and Performance Optimization: Implement monitoring and logging solutions to track system performance, identify areas for improvement, and optimize infrastructure for reliability, availability, and scalability. Security and Compliance: Ensure that all DevOps practices and solutions adhere to security and compliance standards, implementing security best practices within the DevOps lifecycle. Team Leadership: Mentor and guide junior DevOps engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in a DevOps role. Extensive experience with Azure DevOps, including pipeline creation, repository management, and service configuration. Proficiency in custom programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, or similar; ability to develop and maintain automation scripts and tools. Strong understanding of CI/CD practices and tools. In‑depth knowledge of cloud infrastructure, particularly Microsoft Azure; familiarity with other cloud platforms is a plus. Experience with automation and orchestration tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or similar. Proficiency in monitoring and logging tools. Understanding of security best practices in the context of DevOps and cloud computing. Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Relevant certifications are a plus. Preferred Qualifications Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies. Advanced certifications in Azure or DevOps practices. Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and more. Generous time‑off package and work‑life balance initiatives. Opportunity to participate in Employee Resource Groups and workplace activities that promote engagement and community. A competitive total rewards package that includes compensation, benefits, and recognition programs. EEO Statement Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr