DevOps Lead

Job Opportunity: DevOps Lead with KPI Solutions in Cincinnati, OH Contract-to-Hire | Hybrid (Onsite: Mon-Wed, Remote: Thurs-Fri) Step into a high‑impact role and lead the charge in driving innovation, automation, and operational excellence across our technology ecosystem. If you’re energized by building modern DevOps environments, optimizing development workflows, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver secure, scalable systems, we want you to lead the way! We are seeking a DevOps Lead who will design, implement, and maintain the tools, pipelines, and infrastructure that support KPI's engineering and development functions. This role bridges stakeholders and development teams, ensuring systems operate smoothly, securely, and aligned with business goals. This position begins as a 6‑month contract with the opportunity to convert to full‑time employment. Key Responsibilities Build and implement development tools, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure. Deploy updates and fixes; provide Level 2 technical support. Automate development, deployment, and release processes. Conduct code reviews and analyze results to improve system performance and reliability. Identify and troubleshoot system issues; develop patches and updates. Develop integrations for internal back‑end systems. Create scripts and tools for system visualization and monitoring. Lead root‑cause analysis for production issues and ensure long‑term solutions. Maintain documentation, troubleshooting procedures, and operational best practices. Communicate project updates, priorities, and blockers to leadership. Delegate effectively and empower technical teams across the organization. Qualifications Experience as a DevOps Engineer, DevOps Lead, or similar software engineering role Strong skills with Git, GitHub, CI/CD practices, and automation Hands‑on experience with Azure cloud services Proficiency in Python or Ruby Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases Strong communication skills; able to explain technical concepts clearly Detail‑oriented with solid documentation habits Strong problem‑solving abilities and collaborative work style Leadership experience—mentoring, guiding, or empowering technical teams Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience) Preferred: Enterprise‑level development experience; background in civil engineering or customer‑experience environments Why Join KPI Solutions? KPI Solutions provides end‑to‑end supply chain services and automation. We design and support cutting‑edge engineered solutions that optimize order fulfillment, improve efficiency, and build capacity for our clients. Be part of an innovative and growing team shaping the future of operational technology. KPI Solutions provides end-to-end supply chain services and automation to transform our client’s distribution operations. We analyze, design, implement and support flexible and scalable engineered solutions that optimize order fulfillment, build capacity and reduce reliance on labor. Ready to Apply? If you're a DevOps professional looking for an opportunity to lead, innovate, and make an impact, apply today! This is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/M/F/D/V). No third‑party applications, please. Job Type: Contract Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cincinnati, OH 45241