LaunchDarkly SME​/DevOps Architect Lead

Job Description:

Lead Dev Ops Architect – AWS & Launch Darkly SME (Must have strong exp)

Location :
Fort Mill, SC

C2C

We are seeking a hands‑on Lead / Architect with deep expertise in AWS Dev Ops and strong subject matter expertise in Launch Darkly. This role requires a senior technologist who can design, implement, and operationalize enterprise‑grade feature management solutions, while also owning delivery and leading a small team.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of overall experience, with the last 2+ years focused on AWS Dev Ops, and has been directly involved in the implementation and integration of Launch Darkly in complex, enterprise environments.

Act as SME for Launch Darkly, owning architecture, design decisions, and best practices.

• Design and implement enterprise‑ready Launch Darkly solutions, including:
• Environment and access model
• Governance, security, and audit considerations
• Integrate Launch Darkly with Brave templates and CI/CD pipelines
• Define scalable, secure, and resilient AWS‑based Dev Ops architectures.

• Be deeply hands‑on in building and configuring:
• AWS infrastructure (IaC using Terraform/Cloud Formation)
• Launch Darkly SDKs and integrations
• Troubleshoot complex production issues across Dev Ops and feature management layers.
• Ensure solutions are production‑ready, observable, and performant.

• Own end‑to‑end delivery for the Dev Ops and Launch Darkly workstream.
• Plan, estimate, and execute deliverables with high quality and predictability.
• Lead and mentor engineers while remaining an active contributor.
• Ensure adherence to timelines, quality standards, and engineering best practices.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels (engineering, product, leadership).
• Translate technical concepts into clear business and operational outcomes.
• Participate in architecture reviews, design walkthroughs, and executive discussions.

• 10+ years of overall software / platform engineering experience.
• 2+ years of recent, hands‑on AWS Dev Ops experience.
• Proven experience implementing Launch Darkly in real‑world environments.
• Strong experience integrating feature flagging solutions into CI/CD pipelines.

• AWS: EC2, EKS/ECS, Lambda, IAM, VPC, Cloud Watch, S3.
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / Cloud Formation).
• Launch Darkly:
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• Feature flag lifecycle management.
• SDK integration.
• Governance and rollout strategies.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence and align stakeholders across technology and business.
• Proven experience leading teams while remaining hands‑on.
• Strong ownership mindset with accountability for delivery outcomes.

• Experience with large‑scale enterprise platforms.
• Exposure to multi‑tenant or regulated environments.

• Launch Darkly implemented as an enterprise‑grade, scalable solution.
• Seamless integration with Brave templates and CI/CD pipelines.
• High‑quality, predictable delivery with minimal production issues.
• Strong stakeholder confidence and trust in technical leadership.