Senior; VP Lead Integration DevOps Engineer

Kforce’s client, one of the largest financial institutions in the US, is seeking a Senior (VP) Lead Integration Dev Ops Engineer in Houston, TX. This is an opportunity for full‑time employment with the client.

• Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jules and Jenkins; manage release processes and automation.
• Automate application deployment, monitoring, and operational tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell).
• Lead and support release rollouts, including Level‑3 production support and incident resolution.
• Drive end‑to‑end testing, covering both functional and non‑functional aspects (performance, security, reliability).
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of end‑to‑end business flows and the technology stack supporting the Equities OMS.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to business partners, technical teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Influence product design, application architecture, and operations.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience across the full software development lifecycle.
• Proficiency in Linux, REST APIs, Spring Boot, Node.js, SQL, and core algorithms.
• Experience with large‑scale, distributed applications in mission‑critical environments.
• Familiarity with event‑driven architectures and messaging APIs (e.g., JMS).
• Strong understanding of Dev Ops practices: CI/CD, automated testing (TDD), resiliency, and application security.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Proven track record of delivering results in collaborative, cross‑functional teams.
• Awareness of industry technology trends and best practices.

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.