Lead DevSecOps Engineer

Overview

We are looking for a DevSecOps architect is a key role within DevSecOps Automation Enablement team, having responsibilities to facilitate adoption of standard Development toolset as well as standard architecture patterns for onboarding applications onto Cloud.
The role will have potential involvement throughout project lifecycle phases - from gathering Requirements to Production deployment, and interaction with a wide variety of teams to generate and refine developer-focused resources including cloud architectures patterns, templates for CI/CD pipelines, application builds, automated testing, code scanning to production deployments.
There will also be involvement in proof-of-concept implementations, pilots and definition of Principles, Policies and Standards.
Provides a framework, functions(scripts), and templates to ensure consistent and efficient delivery automation of SDLC and infrastructure lifecycle activities, reducing human intervention, avoiding redundancy, and enabling development teams to realize the full benefits of standard tools and processes.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
o Participate in deep-dive analysis and maturity assessment of current DevOps practices
o Identify and define Automation Architecture Principles and how to apply them in building or re-working the automation framework(s) and artefacts
o Support delivery projects from technological and logistical perspective
o Develop automation solutions for Cloud (IAC - Terraform), CI/CD pipelines (YAML) and QE process areas application technologies
o Develop design patterns, modules, and libraries to integrate SDLC processes into the CI/CD pipeline
o Provide Technical expertise in resolving automation engineering, coding, and architecture issues
o Interface with Cloud Engineering/Ops, DevTools on all DevSecOps Automation-related issues
o Participate as a major contributor to the selection of automation tools
o Participate in tools Proof of Concept (POCs) and provide final analysis and recommendations
o Contribute to creating educational materials and conducting training and mentoring sessions on DevSecOps-related subjects
o Identify industry trends and ensure that these are reflected in the resources provided to development teams, working with policy and platform owners where necessary to effect change
o Act as an advocate for the development team, working to understand and mitigate challenges and gaps with regards to all aspects of the intake process

Essential Technical Skills
o Good knowledge of Infrastructure as Code concepts (IAC)
o Knowledge of Cloud Technology basics across CSPs - Amazon, Microsoft, and Google
o Knowledge and implementation experience of DevOps, CI/CD, DevSecOps concepts
o Good level of understanding of Architecture principles, design methodologies and their applicability
o Ability to work in an Enterprise organization and be able to communicate with senior members of Dev, Infrastructure, and Architecture teams as needed.
o Hands-on experience of the following:
o Creating and deploying CI/CD pipelines (GitLab / Jenkins / Nexus)
o Configuring and running Code/Binary scans using solutions like SonarQube, Veracode, etc.
o Configuring and using Secrets management tools like Vault and Cloud native solutions
o Broad knowledge of SDLC Tools, specifically Build, Test and Deploy Automation tools, e.g., Maven, Gradle, Selenium, Ansible, etc.
o Good understanding on Dockers
o Proficiency in at least one of the standard programming languages - Java/JavaScript, C#, Python, or similar Object-oriented programming
o Good understanding of Test Automation implementation across at least one of the platforms - Web, Desktop, Cloud, Mobile, etc.

Essential Experience:
o 5+ years of experience in Programming (see preferred languages above)
o 5+ years of experience in DevOps Automation across various Technologies
o 5+ years of experience in working at an Enterprise organisation implementing large scale, niche, end-to-end, advanced technology solutions
o 5+ years of hands-on experience across Cloud Services, SDLC Tools, specifically CI/CD tools - Open-Source or Commercial.


Qualifications:

o BA/BS in IT or Business-related technology field or equivalent work experience.

Training:
Preferred -
o All relevant Programming and Automation Training

Other requirements:
o Strong collaboration and communication skills are a must
o Experience in the Finance industry or knowledge of Financial products is a huge plus

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

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