DevOps Engineering Manager

ABOUT US

At TOPPAN Security, our mission is to shape a meaningful, technology-driven future by being a global leader in mission-critical identity and payment technologies.

We serve as the international development arm of the TOPPAN Group in the security domain, founded in 1900. TOPPAN is a trusted Japanese brand renowned for its commitment to exceptional quality. Building on this legacy, we combine bold ideas, deep sector expertise, and collaborative intelligence to deliver secure, future-ready solutions.

Our culture is built on four core values: Agility, Ownership, Resilience, and a Sense of Fun. We move quickly, take responsibility, embrace challenges, and foster a collaborative environment where innovation thrives.

Join us and become part of a global team shaping the future of secure digital identity and payment technologies.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineering Manager to lead our DevOps function and shape the infrastructure strategy across cloud and on-premises environments.

Working closely with technical teams and senior stakeholders, you will drive infrastructure modernization, embed DevSecOps practices throughout the delivery lifecycle, and lead a high-performing DevOps team.

What you will do

• Lead, mentor, and develop the DevOps Engineering team while fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Define and execute the infrastructure roadmap across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Plan and deliver large-scale infrastructure projects from design through implementation and operational support.
• Architect, manage, and optimize enterprise Kubernetes environments using Rancher.
• Design, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines supporting multiple technology stacks including .NET, Java, and Flutter.
• Establish and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) standards using Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent technologies.
• Oversee application deployments, release governance, and production stability across all environments.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and observability solutions to maximize system availability and performance.
• Manage middleware platforms including RabbitMQ, Redis, and PostgreSQL.
• Embed security, compliance, and DevSecOps practices throughout the software delivery lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure decisions with business and product strategies.
• Drive capacity planning, disaster recovery, resilience, and continuous optimization initiatives.

ABOUT YOU

You are a strategic technical leader who enjoys solving complex infrastructure challenges while empowering teams to perform at their best. You combine strong engineering expertise with excellent leadership and communication skills, enabling you to translate technical complexity into business value.

You thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace innovation, and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, platforms, and team performance.

What we are looking for

• An experienced DevOps leader with at least 3 years of people management experience leading and developing engineering teams. Strong expertise in cloud infrastructure and hybrid environments.
• Advanced knowledge of Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale infrastructure projects.
• Passion for automation, Infrastructure as Code, and operational excellence.
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps, security best practices, and compliance.
• A collaborative leader capable of working effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive problem solver with excellent organizational and decision-making skills.
• Someone who balances long-term strategic thinking with day-to-day operational excellence.

What you will bring

• 7+ years of experience in DevOps, Infrastructure Engineering, or Systems Engineering, including leadership responsibilities.
• Hands-on expertise with Kubernetes, Rancher, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience managing enterprise middleware including RabbitMQ, Redis, and PostgreSQL.
• Strong scripting skills using Bash and/or Python.
• Experience with Helm Charts, GitOps methodologies, and modern deployment pipelines.
• Solid knowledge of networking, security, high availability, disaster recovery, and system resilience.
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to drive continuous improvement while maintaining operational stability.

Work requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Relevant industry certifications (AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, or equivalent) are considered an advantage.
• Experience working within enterprise or highly regulated environments is desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively across global teams and multiple time zones when required.

TOPPAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability.