Architect, DevOps and Emerging Technology Strategy
Dell - Hopkinton, Massachusetts, us, 01748
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Hopkinton, MA. Position Overview:We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Architect to lead our DevOps strategy and architecture, while actively shaping our external industry presence and future technology roadmap. This role combines deep technical leadership with future-state thinking - you will architect enterprise-scale solutions, champion modern secure software delivery practices, and engage with external ecosystems to anticipate and influence emerging trends.You will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, engineering teams, and external partners alike. You will play a pivotal role in embedding security-first principles across our development lifecycle, evolving our platform engineering approaches, and ensuring our technology strategy stays ahead of industry shifts.Key Responsibilities:Technical Leadership & ArchitectureDefine and own the end-to-end architecture for our DevOps platform and secure software supply chainGuide adoption of modern, scalable CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), container orchestration, and cloud-native security patternsDevelop architecture blueprints and reference implementations to enable product teams and platform engineersLead security automation, vulnerability management, and compliance-by-design initiativesExpertise in emerging technologies such as LLM's and AI practicesExternal Technology Radar & Industry InfluenceContinuously scan and assess emerging technologies, frameworks, and ecosystem shifts relevant to DevSecOps, secure software supply chains, and cloud-native architectureBuild and maintain relationships with industry consortia, open-source communities, standards bodies, and technology partnersRepresent the company at key industry forums, conferences, and thought leadership platformsProvide strategic insights to senior leadership on technology evolution, risks, and opportunitiesExecutive Advisory & Roadmap DevelopmentPartner with CTO, CISO, CIO, and engineering leadership to shape enterprise technology roadmaps and investment strategiesTranslate future technology insights into actionable internal strategies and modernization initiativesEvangelize a culture of secure-by-default development and platform engineering excellence across the organizationMentorship & Capability BuildingCoach and mentor senior engineers, architects, and DevSecOps practitioners across the enterpriseLead internal communities of practice and technical guildsFoster a high-trust, collaborative culture that empowers teams to build securely at speedQualifications:Required Experience:15+ years in software engineering, infrastructure, and security roles, with deep expertise in DevOps and DevSecOps and platform engineeringProven experience as an enterprise architect, distinguished engineer, or equivalent senior technical leaderExpert-level knowledge of cloud platforms, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)Demonstrated leadership in designing and implementing secure, scalable, automated delivery pipelinesActive participation in external communities or standards bodies (e.g., CNCF, OpenSSF, OWASP, etc.)Track record of technical thought leadership - publications, speaking engagements, patents, or open-source contributionsFamiliarity with zero-trust architectures, SBOM (Software Bill of Materials), and secure software supply chain frameworksAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related fieldKey Competencies:Systems thinking and ability to navigate enterprise complexityStrategic foresight with a passion for anticipating technology shiftsInfluential communicator, comfortable engaging from engineering teams to C-suiteGrowth mindset with a relentless focus on learning and enabling others Compensation:
Dell is committed to Fair and Equitable compensation practices. The Base Salary Range for this role is $204,000 to $264,000
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We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That's why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we're looking for you.Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.Dell Technologies is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all Job ID:R272423