DevOps Team Lead

Chips Talk, We Listen

proteanTecs is a game-changing startup that's giving advanced electronics the power to report on their own health. In a digital world built for autonomous driving, cloud computing, and AI, we depend on computing systems daily. But how can we guarantee their safety, reliability and functionality? proteanTecs is the first-ever company to provide visibility into next-gen chips while they are operating, based on the power of on-chip monitoring, machine learning, and data analytics.

Here at proteanTecs, you'll be part of a team that's unlocking deep insights to make electronics more reliable, efficient, and high-quality. We're trusted by industry leaders in data centers, automotive, communications, and consumer devices – we work with the world's largest and most notable companies in tech.

Why proteanTecs is a great place to work

• Fast-paced and impactful:  We're a mission-driven startup, so you'll tackle new challenges daily, wear many hats, and see your work directly influence the future of electronics.

• Supportive company culture : Learn from the best. Our 200+ team members are experts in their field with a proven track record of success, and they're committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

• International presence:  We're a multinational company with a diverse team across multiple locations around the globe. You'll collaborate on projects with international impact, gaining a global perspective of the tech industry.

• Work with industry leaders:  Our solutions are used by the biggest names in tech. You'll be part of the team creating the next generation of groundbreaking products.

• Cutting-edge playground:  We use the latest machine learning, platforms, and tools to push boundaries and achieve breakthroughs.

• Real-world impact:  Our work keeps data centers, cars, and other critical systems running smoothly. Your work will directly contribute to safer, more reliable electronics.

• We are here for the win:  Backed by industry veterans and leading investors, we offer a stable and secure work environment with plenty of room for growth.

proteanTecs is looking for an experienced and hands-on DevOps Team Lead to bridge the gap between individual engineering execution and strategic leadership. Reporting directly to the DevOps Director, you will guide a team of DevOps Engineers, drive technical excellence, and ensure the smooth delivery of infrastructure, automation, and CI/CD capabilities across the organization. This role combines technical depth with people leadership — you are equally comfortable reviewing a Terraform plan and running a team retrospective.

Experience & Background

• 5+ years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or a related field.

• 2+ years in a team lead, tech lead, or senior individual contributor role with mentorship responsibilities.

• Proven track record of leading small-to-mid-size engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on expertise with Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform, and Terragrunt.

• Deep experience with CI/CD tooling — GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, or equivalent.

• Proficiency in at least one major cloud platform: AWS, Azure, or GCP.

• Experience with monitoring and observability stacks: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK.

• Solid scripting skills in Python and/or Bash.

• Knowledge of container security, Vault, and infrastructure cost management.

• Familiarity with Ansible, Docker, and networking/DNS fundamentals.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills — able to translate complex technical topics to non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• A collaborative, people-first mindset with a focus on team success over individual contribution.

• Comfort working across time zones and with distributed, international teams.

• Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement and automation-first mindset.

Nice to Have

• Experience with large-scale SaaS or data-intensive environments.

• Familiarity with Apache Flink, ElasticSearch, Vertica, or hybrid cloud deployments.

• Exposure to Keycloak (OIDC), Tableau, or enterprise identity management.

• Customer-facing or on-site deployment experience.