DevOps Engineer

At CooperVision, a business unit of CooperCompanies (Nasdaq: COO), we’re driven by a unified purpose of helping people experience life’s beautiful moments. We are connected through our shared values - dedicated, innovative, friendly, partners, and do the right thing. As a leading global manufacturer of contact lenses, we are committed to helping improve the way people see each day. Through our diverse lens portfolio, we tackle the toughest vision challenges – including astigmatism, presbyopia, and childhood myopia. We offer the most complete collection of spherical, toric, and multifocal products available, enabling us to fit 99% of all contact wearers. Learn more at www.coopervision.com

Job Summary:

The DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting DevOps practices that enable reliable, scalable, and efficient delivery of software solutions. This role focuses on CI/CD automation, deployment pipelines, environment management, and production support, with a strong emphasis on Azure DevOps.

The position requires a solid background in software development to effectively support application teams and ensure alignment between development and deployment practices. The DevOps Engineer will also define best practices, establish standards, and provide internal training to drive adoption of DevOps methodologies, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC), across the organization.

Supports the delivery, deployment, and operational stability of business solutions across multiple sites and regions Works cross-functionally with development, QA, infrastructure, and business stakeholders, with regular interaction with external vendors and partners Influences DevOps practices and standards (CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, Configuration as Code) to improve consistency, scalability, and deployment efficiency Contributes to multiple concurrent initiatives within an Agile environment, ensuring release quality, speed, and system reliability while adhering to strict regulatory requirements, auditability, and controlled change management processes

Experience:

3–5+ years of experience in DevOps engineering or related roles

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Hands-on experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines

Experience working with Azure DevOps or similar platforms

Experience supporting or contributing to software development teams or initiatives

Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code in enterprise environments

Experience supporting application deployments and production systems

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of DevOps principles, CI/CD practices, and release management methodologies

Advanced skills in Azure DevOps, including pipelines, repositories, artifacts, and workflow configuration

Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools and practices (e.g., ARM, Bicep, Terraform)

Understanding of Configuration as Code and environment management strategies

Strong understanding of software development practices and application architectures

Ability to design and optimize automated deployment pipelines

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills across build, deployment, and runtime environments

Ability to train, mentor, and influence teams on DevOps tools and best practices

Strong communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical stakeholders

Knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)

Strong knowledge of security best practices (DevSecOps)

Preferred:

Experience in manufacturing, MES, or enterprise systems environments

Experience delivering technical training or enablement programs

Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred)

Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Work Environment:

Primarily office work involving prolonged periods working at a computer

Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities for system support and deployment activities

When on-site, may be required to enter production environments and follow safety protocols, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Exposure to manufacturing conditions such as noise, controlled production areas, or varying temperatures

Must comply with all site-specific safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting base pay for this role is between $93,881.00 and $125,174.00 per year and may include cost of living adjustments. The actual base pay includes many factors and is subject to change and modification in the future. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation and benefits.

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Essential Functions & Accountabilities:

Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps to automate build, test, and deployment processes

Administer and configure Azure DevOps, including repositories, branching strategies, pipeline templates, and artifact management

Define, standardize, and enforce DevOps best practices across teams, including CI/CD, release management, and environment strategy

Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) to ensure consistent, repeatable environments

Support application teams in integrating DevOps processes into their workflows, leveraging prior development experience to bridge gaps

Monitor pipeline performance, deployment success, and system reliability, and troubleshoot issues across environments

Participate in release planning, deployment execution, validation, approval, and post-release support

Produce and maintain documentation, including pipeline design, environment configurations, and operational runbooks

Develop and deliver internal training programs on Azure DevOps, CI/CD practices, and DevOps methodologies

Mentor and guide team members to improve DevOps adoption, technical capability, and adherence to standards

Collaborate with development, QA, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure successful delivery of solutions

Drive continuous improvement of DevOps tools, processes, and automation to increase efficiency and quality

Architect and enforce DevSecOps practices within Azure DevOps by embedding role-based access controls, automated vulnerability scanning, secret management, branch protection rules, and security/compliance checks in CI/CD pipelines

Travel:

Occasional travel (approximately 5–10%) to support deployments, troubleshooting, and system implementations at manufacturing sites