Emerald X

Salary Range: $160,000.00 To $180,000.00 Annually

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Cloud Operations and DevOps to lead the transformation of our cloud infrastructure and DevOps processes. In this role, you will be responsible for aligning cloud operations with the organization’s strategic goals while driving the adoption of DevOps practices across development and operations teams. You will oversee a high-performing team, optimize cloud resources, and ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of our cloud platforms and applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the vision and strategy for cloud operations and DevOps practices, ensuring alignment with business goals. Provide leadership to cross-functional teams that are responsible for managing cloud infrastructure, automation, CI/CD pipelines, and related services.
• Cloud Infrastructure Oversight: Lead the management, optimization, and governance of the cloud environment (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.). Ensure the cloud architecture is robust, scalable, secure, and cost-efficient to meet current and future business needs.
• DevOps Transformation: Spearhead the implementation and continuous improvement of DevOps best practices, including CI/CD pipeline management, automation, and collaboration between development and operations teams.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the cloud platform runs smoothly and with minimal downtime by implementing effective monitoring, incident response, and troubleshooting processes. Promote automation to reduce manual interventions and improve operational efficiency.
• Team Leadership and Development: Build, lead, and mentor high-performing teams responsible for cloud operations, infrastructure management, DevOps automation, and application deployment. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Cloud Security & Compliance: Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure the organization’s cloud environments adhere to industry regulations, security standards, and best practices. Manage risk and ensure data privacy and security across all cloud platforms.
• Cost Optimization: Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure spending to ensure the company’s cloud resources are utilized efficiently. Implement cost management best practices and tools to track cloud expenses and minimize waste.
• Automation & Tools: Champion the automation of deployment, monitoring, scaling, and maintenance processes using industry-standard tools (Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, etc.). Continuously assess and implement new tools to enhance performance and productivity.
• Collaboration with Development and IT Teams: Work closely with product, development, and IT teams to ensure the seamless delivery of applications, services, and infrastructure. Facilitate a culture of collaboration between teams to accelerate time to market and improve operational agility.
• Incident & Problem Management: Take ownership of high-priority incidents and issues, leading efforts to resolve problems and prevent future occurrences. Use a data-driven approach to improve system reliability and reduce downtime.
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity: Oversee disaster recovery and backup strategies for cloud environments to ensure data integrity and operational continuity in case of failures or disruptions.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Keep up-to-date with the latest developments in cloud computing, DevOps, and related technologies. Advocate for and implement innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of experience in cloud operations, IT infrastructure, or DevOps.
  • 5+ years in a leadership role managing cloud infrastructure, DevOps teams, or related areas.
  • Proven track record of managing and optimizing large-scale cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Extensive experience with CI/CD pipeline management, automation, and DevOps best practices.
  • Strong understanding of cloud architecture, containers, Kubernetes, and microservices.
• Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar.
  • Solid experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).
  • Familiarity with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet.
  • Experience in setting up and managing monitoring, logging, and alerting systems (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
  • Deep understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
  • Strong strategic thinking and the ability to align technology with business objectives.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision making.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with other teams.
  • Strong business acumen and experience in managing budgets and optimizing costs.

ABOUT EMERALD

Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) is the largest U.S.-based B2B event organizer, empowering businesses to succeed year-round by expanding meaningful connections, developing influential content, and delivering powerful commerce-driven solutions. As the owner and operator of a curated portfolio of B2B events spanning trade shows, conferences, B2C showcases and a scaled hosted buyer platform, Emerald delivers dynamic solutions across leading industries through its robust content and e-commerce marketplace. Emerald is a trusted partner for its thousands of customers, predominantly small and medium-sized businesses, playing a pivotal role in driving year-round commerce through streamlined buying, selling, and networking opportunities. Powered by an experienced team, Emerald is fostering meaningful engagement and delivering unparalleled market access with a commitment to driving business growth 365 days a year.

Join Us at Emerald

At Emerald, we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. We actively seek out diverse talent and fresh perspectives, embracing a wide range of professional backgrounds and experiences. Our skills-based hiring approach focuses on capabilities and potential. Over 90% of our roles don’t require a college degree, except for specialized fields like legal, finance, and accounting.

Come grow with us!

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Target Compensation: $160,000-180,000

Please note that this range reflects a reasonable estimate of the target compensation for this position. This range may ultimately vary based on a candidate’s qualifications and may be higher where required by applicable law.

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to strengthen our employees’ physical and mental health, including unlimited vacation for exempt employees, 401(k) plan with a company match, medical/dental/vision coverage, parental and caregiver leave, dependent, commuter and FSA benefits, professional development programs, and mental wellness tools such as weekly guided meditation programs.

If you need accommodation in our application process or have questions about our posted salary range, please email our Talent Acquisition team at Careers@Emerald. com.