International Monetary Fund - Washington, D.C., DC
posted about 2 months ago
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is seeking a hands-on Platform Architect (DevSecOps) to join its IT Department, specifically within the DevOps and Automation section of the Enterprise Architecture division. This role reports directly to the Section Chief and is pivotal in implementing DevOps automations that encompass infrastructure operations, observability platforms, and software development. The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining DevOps tools, technologies, and standards while guiding project teams in adopting the DevOps platform and encouraging the use of best practices and automations. Additionally, the candidate will oversee a support team of managed service providers (MSPs) that are distributed across both onshore and offshore locations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, or 4 years of experience with a master's degree. Proficiency in designing, implementing, managing, and supporting a wide array of DevOps tools is essential. Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, Selenium, AppScan, SonarQube, and various CI/CD pipeline tools is highly desirable. The role also requires strong knowledge of Git concepts, experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines, and expertise in developing and maintaining shell scripting using PowerShell and Python. The candidate should be well-versed in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices and have experience with observability platforms and AIOps techniques. In addition to technical skills, the candidate must possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, along with proven capabilities in teamwork and leadership. Recognized certifications in Azure and Terraform are required, with additional certifications in relevant areas considered a plus. This position is a one-year contractual appointment, with the possibility of renewal for up to four years based on performance and business needs.