DevOps Architect

Job Description Agilent: At Agilent, we are committed to advancing discoveries that improve the quality of life. We provide a range of innovative solutions—spanning life sciences, diagnostics, and applied markets—to laboratories worldwide. Our products, services, consumables, and applications empower our customers to gain the insights they need to make meaningful contributions to society. To learn more about Agilent and how we’re shaping the future of science and technology, visit www.agilent.com. We are seeking a DevOps Architect to lead the automation and optimization of Agilent’s software development and operational processes across all software product teams. In this strategic role, you will define and drive a unified, enterprise-wide DevOps vision—establishing standardized CI/CD pipelines, championing best-in-class automation practices, and overseeing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure. This role supports all of Agilent’s software product development, across the enterprise. Success in this position requires deep expertise in automation tooling, cloud technologies, change management, and process improvement to accelerate and enhance software delivery. As a key liaison between development and operations, the DevOps Architect ensures smooth integration, high system reliability, and a cohesive end-to-end delivery experience. Key Responsibilities: • Design and implement company-wide DevOps automation strategy, leveraging appropriate tools to streamline processes across development, testing, and operation teams. • Create and manage a continuous integration and delivery environment to accelerate software deployment. • Leverage cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and infrastructure automation tools to improve software reliability and performance. • Define and continuously improve existing DevOps reference architecture building blocks by analysing current systems and adopting industry best practices. • Provide guidance and drive DevOps architecture adoption across all divisions and platform teams. • Partner with Agilent’s IT team supporting enabling infrastructure for software product development needs Qualifications • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in DevOps and infrastructure automation in global corporate environments, using tools like Ansible and/or Terraform. • Proven experience with automated deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools like GitLab CI/CD, Azure Pipelines or Jenkins. • Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure, including building and managing cloud-based environments. • Strong leadership and communication skills, ideally with experience guiding and facilitating collaboration across multiple development and operations teams in distributed geographies. • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration in development and production environments. • Knowledge of Linux-based environments including scripting in languages like Python or Shell. • Understanding of modern software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps best practices. • Fluency in English, both written and oral, is required. Our Culture: At Agilent, we foster a collaborative, supportive, and informal team culture where trust, respect, and clear accountability are at the heart of everything we do. We work at a fast pace, driven by a shared passion for delivering exceptional solutions. We are committed to both business success and the ongoing professional development of our team members. Additional Details This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Travel Required: 10% of the Time Shift: Day Duration: No End Date Job Function: R&D Apply tot his job