DevOps Engineer - Lead

About the JobThis is a full-time role for a Lead DevOps Engineer at Spark Eighteen. We are seeking an experienced DevOps professional to lead our infrastructure strategy, design resilient systems, and drive continuous improvement in our deployment processes. In this role, you will architect scalable solutions, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the highest standards of reliability and security across our cloud infrastructure. The job location is flexible with preference for the Delhi NCR region.ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor the DevOps/SRE teamDefine and drive DevOps strategy and roadmapsOversee infrastructure automation and CI/CD at scaleCollaborate with architects, developers, and QA teams to integrate DevOps practicesEnsure security, compliance, and high availability of platformsOwn incident response, postmortems, and root cause analysisBudgeting, team hiring, and performance evaluationRequirementsTechnical SkillsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.7+ years of professional DevOps experience with demonstrated progression.Strong architecture and leadership backgroundDeep hands-on knowledge of infrastructure as code, CI/CD, and cloudProven experience with monitoring, security, and governanceEffective stakeholder and project managementExperience with tools like Jenkins, ArgoCD, Terraform, Vault, ELK, etc.Strong understanding of business continuity and disaster recoverySoft SkillsCross-functional communication excellence with ability to lead technical discussions.Strong mentorship capabilities for junior and mid-level team members.Advanced strategic thinking and ability to propose innovative solutions.Excellent knowledge transfer skills through documentation and training.Ability to understand and align technical solutions with broader business strategy.Proactive problem-solving approach with focus on continuous improvement.Strong leadership skills in guiding team performance and technical direction.Effective collaboration across development, QA, and business teams.Ability to make complex technical decisions with minimal supervision.Strategic approach to risk management and mitigation.What We OfferProfessional Growth: Continuous learning opportunities through diverse projects and mentorship from experienced leadersGlobal Exposure: Work with clients from 20+ countries, gaining insights into different markets and business culturesImpactful Work: Contribute to projects that make a real difference, with solutions generating over $1B in revenueWork-Life Balance: Flexible arrangements that respect personal wellbeing while fostering productivityCareer Advancement: Clear progression pathways as you develop skills within our growing organizationCompetitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages that recognize your contributions and expertiseOur CultureAt Spark Eighteen, our culture centers on innovation, excellence, and growth. We believe in:Quality-First: Delivering excellence rather than just quick solutionsTrue Partnership: Building relationships based on trust and mutual respectCommunication: Prioritizing clear, effective communication across teamsInnovation: Encouraging curiosity and creative approaches to problem-solvingContinuous Learning: Supporting professional development at all levelsCollaboration: Combining diverse perspectives to achieve shared goalsImpact: Measuring success by the value we create for clients and usersApply Here - [hidden]