Sr. Platform Engineer, Devops

Sr. DevEx Engineer

This role will be HYBRID in our Irving, TX. Tech Hub. The Sr. DevEx Engineer will be responsible for architecture and engineering support of the internal developer platform. You will also work with product architects to build tools and process to facilitate self-service with least-privilege solutions aimed at improving security, developer productivity, engineering excellence, and minimizing operations toil. You will be using agile methodologies with the latest in automation practices, cloud native implementation, and tools to streamline our developers day-to-day duties. Come make a future with our best-in-class team.

Responsibilities

• Design and Build the Internal Developer Platform (IDP): Architect and implement the foundational systems and tooling (e.g., developer portals, APIs, CLI tools) that internal development teams rely on to build, deploy, and manage applications.
• Enhance Developer Experience (DevEx): Identify pain points in the software development lifecycle ("inner and outer loops") and implement solutions that reduce cognitive load, improve workflow automation, and boost overall developer productivity.
• Implement Self-Service Capabilities: Empower developers with self-service tools for provisioning environments, managing infrastructure, and deploying applications with built-in guardrails for security and compliance.
• Automate Everything: Drive automation through the use of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and robust CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent, repeatable, and efficient deployments.
• Establish Observability: Design and implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting systems (using tools like New Relic, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) to provide developers with clear insights into their application's health and performance, facilitating rapid troubleshooting.
• Foster Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing: Work closely with cross-functional teams (software, SRE, security, product managers) to gather requirements and ensure the platform meets their needs. Create detailed, high-quality documentation and lead knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Drive Innovation and Best Practices: Stay abreast of industry trends (cloud-native computing, AI in DevEx) and advocate for the adoption of new technologies and methodologies that improve the platform's reliability, scalability, and security.
• Mentor and Lead: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, helping to raise the bar on engineering quality and practices across the organization.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or a related infrastructure management role. Proficiency in at least one major cloud provider (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container-based architectures. Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for managing containerized workloads at scale. Deep experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, Pulumi, or Ansible. Proficiency in managing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD. Strong coding skills in languages such as Java, Node.js, React, Python, Go, Bash, or similar, for automation and tool development. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. The ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and a user-centered design mindset are crucial.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with building internal developer portals using frameworks like Backstage. Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), AWS Certified Solutions Architect). Experience with microservices and distributed systems architectures.

At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization. At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines: Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews. AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $100,000 - $135,000. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below. Foot Locker Benefits: Employee Discount Paid Time Off Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage 401(k) | Roth 401(k) Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Opportunities for Advancement Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses Strong Company Culture Employee Resource Groups