Senior Devops Engineer

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

WHAT YOU WILL DO (Senior DevOps Engineer):

• Lead and mentor development teams in adopting DevOps best practices, ensuring alignment with Cat Digital standards and driving continuous improvement across the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Architect and optimize advanced CI/CD pipelines, enabling scalable, secure, and high-performing delivery processes for complex applications.
• Design and implement robust cloud infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), ensuring reliability, security, and cost efficiency.
• Influence and contribute to enterprise-wide DevOps strategy, collaborating with the DevOps Engineering community to define standards, frameworks, and automation initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance on cloud services, including IAM, networking, and security configurations, and resolve critical issues impacting production environments.
• Communicate technical strategies and solutions effectively to senior stakeholders, including product owners, software development managers, and cross-functional leadership teams.

WHAT YOU WILL HAVE (Senior DevOps Engineer):

• Deep expertise in SDLC and DevOps methodologies, with the ability to design and implement enterprise-grade automation and delivery frameworks.
• Strategic decision-making and critical thinking skills, leveraging data-driven insights to influence architecture, tooling, and operational excellence.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities, capable of translating complex technical concepts into actionable strategies for diverse audiences.
• Advanced proficiency in CI/CD, IaC, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), with hands-on experience in security, compliance, and performance optimization.
• Proven track record of driving DevOps transformation, fostering collaboration, and enabling high-performing engineering cultures.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps engineering, with proven expertise in automation, CI/CD, and cloud deployments.
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform, including solution management and environment governance.
• 4+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure, covering:
  • Azure Active Directory (AAD)
  • App Service, Function Apps
  • Docker containerization
  • Roles & Access Management
  • Identity Management
  • Relational Database Services (RDS), MS SQL, CosmosDB
• Strong proficiency in CI/CD pipeline design and troubleshooting using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions.
• Hands-on experience with IaC tools such as Terraform or OpenTofu for multi-cloud infrastructure automation.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD principles, DevOps best practices, and automation frameworks.
• Advanced scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, and Bash for automation and orchestration.

Preferred / Good-to-Have:

• Experience with security tools and practices (e.g., vulnerability scanning, compliance automation).
• Understanding of FinOps principles for cloud cost optimization.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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