Summary
We're seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to drive a core platform modernization: migrating from legacy infrastructure to a cloud-first architecture on Azure. You'll build and scale the underlying platform, design CI/CD pipelines, implement infrastructure as code (Terraform), and empower engineering teams to deploy reliably. The role focuses on platform engineering, automation, and developer enablement in a global, multi-location organization.
Highlights
Lead a major platform transformation from legacy to cloud-first on Azure. Design and optimize CI/CD pipelines, deliver infrastructure as code, and enable developer self-service. Work in a global company with multi-country exposure. Focus on platform scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Description
Location - Pittsburgh, Boston, north east US considered
Why Confluence?
At Confluence, we’ve always been driven by a commitment to innovation, precision, and partnership in the investment data space.
Our global footprint now spans multiple countries, giving our employees the opportunity to get exposure to other countries and cultures.
And it stands to reason that none of this would have been possible without the hundreds of hard-working employees who work at Confluence.
We are hiring for a Senior DevOps Engineer to support a major platform transformation.
You’ll join a team modernising a core solution, moving from a legacy environment to a cloud first architecture on Azure.
This role is focused on building and scaling the platform that underpins our applications.
You’ll design and optimise CI/CD pipelines, deliver infrastructure as code, and enable developers to deploy and operate systems more efficiently and reliably.
You’ll work closely with engineering teams, but your primary focus will be on automation, infrastructure, and deployment processes, rather than building product features.
You’ll be joining at a point where the DevOps foundations are still evolving, so there is real opportunity to shape standards, tooling, and ways of working.
Why should you apply?
Build and scale DevOps foundations, not just maintain themCloud first, Azure environment with modern toolingHigh ownership across CI/CD, infrastructure, and reliabilityWork closely with engineering teams on large scale systemsOpportunity to shape platform standards and practices
Essential Requirements
Experience in DevOps, SRE, or platform engineering rolesHands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform essential) Experience designing and managing CI/CD pipelinesExperience working with cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS also considered) Experience with containerisation (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g.
Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) Scripting or coding experience (Python, PowerShell or similar)Understanding of security, compliance, and deployment practicesComfortable working across infrastructure and development teams
Desirable requirements
Experience supporting .NET or web based applicationsExposure to hybrid or enterprise environments (cloud and on-prem) Experience with release strategies such as blue green or canary deploymentsExposure to financial services or data platformsExperience with modern cloud architecture patterns
Benefits
Confluence offers generous benefit packages for team members.
As a growing, global organization, we are always looking for ways to ensure that our employees can access benefits that matter to them and their families.
This includes:
🕚 Generous Time Off packages including additional half days with each public holiday in your location.
🌎 Global Career Development opportunities
🎊 Social Events
💵 Referral Bonus scheme - Upto $3,000 per successful referral
🚀 Plus many more!
More about the Location
This role will likely be primarily remote, with some office working on occasion.
We are hiring in Pittsburgh or Boston, but will consider those in the north east US.
Preference will be shown to those within a commutable distance of the above offices.
If you are applying in the US, please note that we can only consider those who have a Green Card or US citizenship.
Values
We look for people who align with our 4 values.
Integrity
Face reality with honesty, courage and accountability
Imagination
Deal creatively with challenges and envision what the world could be
Discipline
Build good habits into reflexes which become a part of our life
Service
Committed to the success of others
If you would like to find out more about a Career at Confluence, please apply today.
Note that you will be required to attend an in person interview during the hiring process.
If you believe that this job posting is noncompliant, please email us at recruitment@confluence.com.
Pre-Employment Screening Disclaimer
As part of our recruitment process, we carry out identity checks on all candidates.
Offers of employment are conditional upon the completion of satisfactory background checks prior to the commencement of work.
These checks may include verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and other relevant pre-employment screening.
Please note that additional checks may be required depending on the nature of the role and the jurisdiction in which the role is based or operates.
These may include, but are not limited to, criminal record checks or financial background checks where applicable.
As a leading global technology solutions provider to the investment management industry, Confluence helps clients solve complex investment data challenges across the front, middle and back office.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, Confluence services over 1000 clients in 40 countries, with locations across Europe, North America, South Africa, Australia and Asia.