DevOps & Platform Engineering Lead

Job Description

Job Title: DevOps & Platform Engineering Lead

Primary Location: Deerfield, IL REMOTE

Position Type: Full-Time Direct Hire

️ Step Into Your Next Chapter in DevOps Leadership!

TalentFish is casting a line for a DevOps & Platform Engineering Lead for a full-time, direct-hire role with our premier client in Deerfield, IL. This is remote however will need to visit the office from time to time. If you're ready to blend technical depth with leadership growth, this could be your bridge to the next big step in your career!

Overview

This is a unique opportunity for a Senior DevOps Engineer ready to grow into a leadership role or an early-career manager looking to take full ownership of a strategic, high-impact function.

In this role, you'll serve as the go-to technical lead for DevOps, Azure, D365, and application infrastructure, guiding team direction, mentoring others, and shaping IT strategy while remaining hands-on.

You'll be stepping into a lead role with the chance to drive meaningful change in a collaborative, on-site environment.

Why This Role

Be the Go To Leader: Own a critical IT functional area, guiding strategy and execution for development and operations.

Drive Efficiency & Innovation: Spot opportunities to streamline processes, optimize costs, and introduce game changing solutions.

Hands On, High Visibility: You'll balance big picture planning with rolling up your sleeves alongside your team.

What You'll Do

Team Leadership & Culture

Mentor, develop, and inspire a dedicated IT squad.

Champion career growth plans and performance check ins.

Operational Excellence

Enforce and evolve IT policies, practices, and documentation standards.

Partner with vendors and offshore/AMS delivery teams to guarantee 24/7 support coverage.

Strategic Budget & Planning

Build and manage budgets that align with service level goals and cost targets.

Review business requirements and translate them into actionable IT roadmaps.

Technical Oversight

Oversee application architecture, infrastructure, and security frameworks.

Lead environment strategy from dev/test to production ensuring optimal performance, compliance, and data integrity.

Specialized Tools & Platforms

Dynamics 365 Security & Access: Define roles, permissions, and granular access controls.

Azure DevOps Suite: Leverage Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Test Plans, and Artifacts for seamless ALM.

What You'll Bring

Experience & Education

6-8 years in IT roles (leadership experience is a plus, not a must).

Bachelor's degree in IT/Computer Science or equivalent real world success.

Technical Expertise

Deep understanding of application architecture, hybrid environments, and performance tuning.

Hands on with Azure DevOps, Terraform, and D365 security configurations.

Leadership & Communication

Natural collaborator who bridges gaps between technical teams and non technical stakeholders.

Proven project manager who tracks progress meets deadlines, and adapts to shifting priorities.

Analytical Problem Solver

Thrive on diagnosing complex issues, analyzing data patterns, and delivering clear, practical solutions.

What You'll Get

On Site Energy: Join a vibrant office culture where ideas spark over in person collaboration.

Career Trajectory: Shape IT strategy todayand step into broader leadership roles tomorrow.

Impact & Recognition: Your innovations won't live in a backlogthey'll power the business forward.

Competitive Package: Full time benefits, professional development support, and a clear path to advancement.

Compensation Information

The expected salary range for this position is $135,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role qualifies for a bonus plan and comprehensive employee benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.

Full-time

Hybrid remote