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DESCRIPTION
Job Summary
Leads the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-quality software and DevOps solutions. This role is responsible for building and optimizing information systems, while also supporting and mentoring a team of engineers developing new and existing applications. The Principal DevOps Engineer brings strong technical expertise, a consistent track record of delivery, and the ability to work across multiple facets of complex projects. The role requires a balance of innovative thinking, engineering excellence, and a strong customer-focused mindset.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable software and DevOps solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders (users, technical teams, and leadership) to gather requirements, define scope, and ensure timely delivery.
- Analyze system workflows, data usage, and processes to identify gaps and drive effective solutions.
- Own and drive the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including architecture, development, testing, deployment, and support.
- Design system specifications, architectures, and standards to enable robust and scalable applications.
- Define application interfaces, integration points, and non-functional requirements (NFRs).
- Provide technical leadership in implementing CI/CD pipelines, automation, and infrastructure-as-code practices.
- Recommend and adopt modern tools, technologies, and best practices to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability.
- Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and data governance standards.
- Lead system analysis and recommend improvements in processes, policies, and applications.
- Mentor, coach, and develop engineers; support hiring and team growth initiatives.
- Foster a culture of built-in quality, continuous improvement, and technical agility.
- Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and incorporating relevant advancements.
- Communicate effectively across teams to align stakeholders and drive outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Skills & Competencies
- Deep expertise in software engineering principles, including coding standards, code reviews, and SDLC best practices.
- Strong experience with Agile and DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD, automation, and infrastructure as code.
- Proficiency in designing secure, scalable, and high-performing architectures.
- Strong understanding of security, privacy, and compliance principles in software and infrastructure.
- Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and architectures.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive outcomes in complex, ambiguous environments.
- Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and emerging technologies, including open-source tools.
- Customer-focused mindset with a focus on delivering measurable business value.
- Inclusive mindset with appreciation for diverse perspectives and collaboration.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Advanced certifications in cloud, DevOps, or software engineering are a plus.
- May require compliance with export controls or regulatory licensing, as applicable.
Experience
Must Have:
- 10+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar role
- Hands-on experience with:
- GitHub (primary) and GitHub Actions (CI/CD pipelines and workflows)
- JFrog (artifact repository management)
- Cloud platforms – AWS and/or Azure
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Good to Have:
- Experience with tools such as Flagsmith, GitLab, Jenkins
- Exposure to Anaconda and SonarQube
- Knowledge of automation testing frameworks
- Experience with Terraform and Ansible
Job Systems/Information Technology
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Exempt - Experienced
ReqID 2426891
Relocation Package Yes
100% On-Site No
