DevOps Lead

Location: Bangalore

Work Mode: Hybrid / In-office (as required)

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

We are looking for a DevOps Lead to drive infrastructure, platform reliability, and DevOps strategy at Gradient Cyber. This is a leadership role responsible for managing and mentoring a team of engineers across data platform, automation, and cloud infrastructure functions.

You will play a critical role in building scalable, secure, and high-performance systems that support our cybersecurity and AI-driven platform. This role requires both hands-on technical expertise and the ability to lead and align cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of DevOps, infrastructure, and platform engineers
Define and implement DevOps strategy, processes, and best practices across the organization
Own cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP), deployments, and system architecture
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for seamless and reliable releases
Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of all systems
Drive infrastructure automation using IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.)
Collaborate with engineering, data, and security teams to support platform needs
Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quick resolution of incidents
Establish and enforce security best practices across infrastructure and deployments
Optimize cloud costs, resource utilization, and operational efficiency
Mentor team members and create a high-performance engineering culture

What We're Looking For

5+ years of experience in DevOps / SRE / Infrastructure Engineering
Prior experience in a leadership or team management role
Strong expertise in:
Cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP)
CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.)
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred)
Containerization & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Python (scripting and automation)
Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools
Strong understanding of system design, scalability, and reliability
Exposure to security best practices in cloud and infrastructure environments
Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup environment and manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have

Experience in cybersecurity or working with security-focused platforms
Exposure to data platforms, pipelines, or AI/ML infrastructure
Familiarity with columnar databases (e.g., ClickHouse, Redshift, BigQuery) or observability/SIEM platforms

Why Join Us

Work at the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, and scalable platforms
Opportunity to build and lead high-impact infrastructure systems
Be part of a fast-growing, innovation-driven environment
High ownership and direct impact on technical and business outcomes

DevOps Manager

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