Theocc

Theocc

Lead Associate Principal, Infrastructure Innovation & Automation

Chicago - 125 S Franklin · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$137k-$190kDetected 30 days ago
PythonBashPowerShellGitAWSCloud PlatformsKubernetesTerraformAnsibleCI/CDGitHub ActionsLinuxDevOpsPlatform EngineeringStakeholder ManagementHRISLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

  • To be considered for this position, applications and resumes are accepted only through our careers site by directly applying to the posted job.
  • We do not accept unsolicited resumes or sales solicitations from staffing agencies.
  • Any OCC employee wishing to submit a referral must do so through their Workday account.

Responsibilities

  • The Lead Associate Principal, Infrastructure Innovation & Automation is a senior technical resource responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing enterprise infrastructure solutions with a strong emphasis on automation, platform engineering, operational excellence, and infrastructure modernization.
  • The position bridges strategic technical planning with hands-on execution and is expected to independently lead complex initiatives that improve scalability, reliability, security, and operational efficiency across OCC's technology landscape.
  • Design, implement, and support scalable infrastructure solutions with a focus on automation, resilience, security, and operational efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Ansible and Terraform Enterprise (TFE).
  • Design, implement, and support CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows across AWS, and on-premises infrastructure environments.
  • Drive automation initiatives for server provisioning, application deployment, configuration management, compliance enforcement, and operational processes.
  • Design and implement automation solutions utilizing GitHub Actions, Ansible Automation Platform (AAP), Terraform Enterprise, and related DevOps tooling.
  • Support enterprise endpoint management and patching initiatives, including SCCM redesign, ManageEngine implementation, and Windows platform automation.
  • Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineering, Security, Platform Engineering, Application Development, and Operations teams to identify and implement automation opportunities.
  • Lead proof-of-concept (POC) activities, technical evaluations, and pilot implementations for new technologies and solutions.

Requirements

  • The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • 10+ years of infrastructure engineering, platform engineering, DevOps, automation engineering, or related experience with increasing technical responsibility
  • Automation Mindset: Proven track record of identifying automation opportunities and driving measurable operational improvements.
  • Collaboration: Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple technical disciplines and organizational boundaries.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.
  • The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.
  • Professional Experience:
  • Platform Skills: Strong experience supporting Windows and/or Linux server environments, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise platform technologies.
  • Solution Design: Demonstrated ability to independently design, implement, and operationalize scalable infrastructure and automation solutions.

Nice to have

  • HashiCorp Terraform Associate
  • AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
  • ITIL Foundation Certification
  • Microsoft Windows Server or Cloud Infrastructure Certifications

Skills

  • Strong experience with Ansible, Terraform Enterprise (TFE), Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) methodologies.
  • Experience with AWS cloud services, cloud automation, and infrastructure provisioning.
  • Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar languages.
  • Experience with Windows and/or Linux server administration, troubleshooting, and automation.
  • Knowledge of enterprise endpoint management platforms such as SCCM/MECM, ManageEngine, or equivalent technologies.
  • Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, and cloud-native technologies.
  • Strong understanding of networking, security, storage, virtualization, and enterprise infrastructure architecture.
  • Familiarity with Artifactory, source control platforms, and DevOps toolchains.
  • Experience working in regulated environments with security, compliance, and governance requirements.
  • Education and/or Experience:
  • Certificates or Licenses:
  • Preferred certifications include:

Compensation

  • The salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education.
  • In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
  • We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on www.theocc.com/careers
  • $136,500.00 - $189,800.00
  • Incentive Range

Benefits

  • A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness.
  • Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education
  • Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely
  • Generous PTO and Parental leave
  • Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

Company info

  • The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization.
  • Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions.
  • OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms.
  • More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.
  • As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

Equal opportunity

  • OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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