Team Manager, DevOps & SRE

Drive the future of AI Transformation   at Pearson as part of ‘ Technology Strategy & Architecture ’ . Inspire innovation. Empower learning. Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, is hiring a Team Manager, DevOps & SREfor our Office of Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) to play a key role in TS&A team at Pearson . Why This Role Matters: Are you passionate about shaping the future of AI in enterprise environments? Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation? Join our Technology Strategy & Architecture team and be part of a mission-driven team that’s building the foundation for responsible, scalable, and impactful AI across the organization. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to lead the AI movement, influence enterprise-wide decisions, and empower teams to unlock the full potential of artificial intelligence. In this key Team Manager position , you will lead and develop a DevOps & SRE team responsible for delivering practical AI capabilities that empower Pearson employees to work smarter and innovate faster. You will guide the team in building reliable platforms, tools, and services that enable colleagues to create AI-enabled applications, access trusted enterprise knowledge, and embed AI into Pearson’s core business processes. By combining people leadership, delivery accountability, technical acumen, and strategic thinking, you will create the conditions for your team to deliver a scalable, responsible, and sustainable AI ecosystem that turns Pearson’s AI strategy into meaningful business outcomes and supports our purpose of helping people realize the lives they imagine through learning. As a key member at OCTO and Pearson, you will be expected to embody, and role model our leadership dimensions: Live Our Purpose: You align your values, actions, and goals with Pearson’s mission. You inspire others by articulating a compelling vision, connecting daily work to our broader purpose, and making decisions that reflect a deep understanding of our strategy. Simplify the Complexity: You navigate ambiguity and distill complexity into clear, actionable plans. You help teams understand how their work contributes to strategic goals, enabling focus, clarity, and effective execution in a dynamic environment. Carry Our Culture: You foster a culture of customer centricity, high performance, and exceptional collaboration. You lead with integrity, empower others, and build inclusive, high-performing teams that reflect Pearson’s values and behaviors. Deliver Results: You set ambitious goals and execute with quality, precision, and speed. You hold yourself and others accountable for outcomes, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and delivering measurable impact for learners and stakeholders. What You’ll Do Lead a DevOps & SRE team, aligning delivery to departmental prioritiesDrive operational excellence in deployment, cloud management, and performance optimizationChampion AI integration to streamline processes and boost reliabilitySet clear objectives, conduct performance reviews, and allocate resources for projects and rapid responseFoster continuous improvement in tooling, workflow, and team capability Who You Are Collaborative leader with strong communication skillsAdaptable, innovative, and passionate about leveraging AI in technology operationsSkilled at balancing operational execution with team developmentProven experience managing DevOps/SRE teamsDeep understanding of cloud computing, infrastructure as code, and software developmentEffective problem-solving and analytical skillsAbility to drive stakeholder engagement and cross-team collaboration What You Bring Proven experience managing DevOps/SRE teamsDeep understanding of cloud computing, infrastructure as code, and software developmentEffective problem-solving and analytical skillsAbility to drive stakeholder engagement and cross-team collaboration What You’ll Gain Opportunity to shape platform reliability and deployment efficiencyExposure to cutting-edge AI applications in DevOpsGrowth in leadership, technical acumen, and innovation Required Skills Artificial Intelligence (proficiency: Effective)Cloud ComputingInfrastructure as Code (IaC)Software DevelopmentCode ReviewVersion ControlInformation Security Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related fieldExperience managing DevOps/SRE teams and projectsStrong background in cloud technologies and automation Why Pearson? At Pearson, we don’t just build careers—we accelerate them. Known for our strong culture of internal mobility and leadership development, we offer a clear path to broader strategic and executive roles. This position provides visibility into the Chief Technology Office, with direct engagement with the CTO and the Technology Leadership Team—giving you a seat at the table where decisions shape the future. We believe great work deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer some of the most competitive benefits in the industry—designed to support the diverse needs of our people and their families. Explore our Benefits. At Pearson, we’re reimagining learning through technology. If you're a tech visionary who thrives in complexity, leads with purpose, and is excited by the challenge of enabling AI at scale to drive real-world impact— we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and imagine the impact you can make Who we are: At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com. Job: Infrastructure and Cloud Operations Job Family: TECHNOLOGY Organization: OCTO Schedule: FULL_TIME Workplace Type: Hybrid Req ID: 25185