Sr Devops EngineerLocation: Austin,TXDuration: LongtermCandidate must be local to Austin and have enterprise architect level experience who can also interface with the customers and manage project.Job Description:A successful candidate is familiar with a variety of DevOps tools and practices:Server, Web Applications, Monitoring SolutionsSCM tools, Branching Strategies, CI/CDLifeCycle Management Software, HardwareConfiguration Management, Hardware, SoftwareDatabase Management, Administration, DesignRelease, Deployment ManagementThe Sr. DevOps Engineer will:Serves as DevOps evangelist in the development and implementation of a DevOps organization within the TxDOT ITD organizationConsult and lead TxDOT ITD in the deployment of the following ITD DevOps practice, and disciplines (Infrastructure & Environment Management, Application Performance Management Release and Deployment Management, SCM Management, Data Management)Consult and Lead the development of a DevOps Standard Operation Process (SOP) document for TxDTOT ITDConsults and appropriately escalates delivery impediments, risks, issues, and changes associated to the product development initiativesCoaches and monitors work of technical personnel, ensuring that application development and deployment is done in the best possible way, and implements quality control and review systems throughout the development and deployment processesDisplays technical leadership and oversight of implementation and deployment planning, system integration, ongoing data validation processes, quality assurance, delivery, operations, and sustainability of technical solutionsEvaluates technological choices (network/hardware related and technology/code related) by querying providers and providing evaluations of each solution include ROI evaluations in the present and future implications, limitations, and opportunitiesPossesses excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of developers, product owners, and subject matter expertsExercises broadly delegated authority for planning, directing, coordinating, administering, and executing both routine and complex technical elements of technical operationsConsults in the analysis and approval of new code through security and performance gates that you will design and develop for feature-complete software. Be an advocate for security and performance standards in the organizationWorks within IT, cross-functionally and with vendors, to successfully identify, prioritize, and resolve issues and provide subject matter expertise for enhancements, developments, and operational improvements to the website applications that TxDTOT relies onIdentifies trending gaps or issues in day-to-day performance of all website applications and components hosted by TxDOT and third-party vendors including by active monitoring, alert management, reporting, and process reviewsIdentifies technical and process improvement opportunities and socialize/advocate to get them implementedWorks closely with the BRM/Product owner of Systems in release planning, preparation, validation, post- release monitoring, and ongoing monitoring.Maintains accurate program estimates, timelines, project plans, and status reportsPossesses expert technical understanding of the intersection of development and operations (DevOps), monitoring and management tools, and deployment processes and toolsPossesses high level understanding in the areas of web application programming, content management systems, API, databases, and system designProvides process improvement recommendations based on best practices and industry standardsResolves conflicts by demonstrating leadership and appropriate decision-making competenciesConsults for complex technical management coordination with multiple vendors and staffIs responsible for the development of standards and processes for operations that proactively prevent problems from occurringRequirements:10 years of Sr DevOps experience with gradually increasing responsibilities and a demonstrated understanding of DevOps and technical quality control processes, artifacts and toolsA track record as a coach, mentor, and developer of talentAn ability to drive to big picture goals and milestones while valuing and maintaining a strong attention to detailAn ability to quickly identify and drive to the optimal solution when presented with a series of constraintsDemonstrated ability in people management, strategic planning, risk management, change management, and project managementExcellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skillsExperience working with quality management approaches, techniques, and principlesStrong cross-functional collaboration skills, relationship building skills, and ability to achieve results without direct reporting relationshipsKumar at my3tech.