DevOps Engineer - Principal

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.
  
  

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

• 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