DevOps Engineer (Cloud & CI/CD Platforms)

Company: Qualcomm Intl Inc., Mexico Branch Office Job Area: Information Technology Group, Information Technology Group > IT Engineering General Summary: Role Summary We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to design, build, and operate large-scale CI/CD and build platforms in the cloud while supporting critical on‑prem environments. This role requires deep hands-on expertise in AWS, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), GitHub-based CI/CD workflows, and Linux systems, along with strong communication skills to work across engineering, security, and IT teams. Key Responsibilities • Design, build, and operate cloud-based CI/CD platforms at scale, supporting multiple engineering teams. • Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform for AWS infrastructure. • Build and support Software Build as a Service (SBaaS) platforms using GitHub, GitHub Actions, and self-hosted runners. • Operate and optimize Debian-based CI/CD workflows in cloud (package builds, artifacts, reproducibility, automation). • Support and administer Linux systems (primary) and Windows applications on‑prem as part of hybrid environments. • Manage and scale large CI deployments in the cloud, including performance tuning, cost optimization, and reliability. • Integrate CI/CD pipelines with source code management systems such as GitHub, Perforce (P4), and similar tools. • Support containerized workflows by implementing and managing Kubernetes-based GitHub runners, with automated lifecycle management to dynamically scale CI/CD execution environments. • Implement security best practices across CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and access controls. • Troubleshoot complex build, infrastructure, and pipeline issues across cloud and on‑prem environments. • Collaborate closely with engineering, IT, security, and compliance teams to deliver reliable platforms. • Create clear documentation, operational runbooks, and architectural designs. Required Qualifications • Strong hands-on experience with AWS (VPCs, EC2, IAM, S3, networking, security). • Deep expertise in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code best practices. • Strong experience building CI/CD pipelines in the cloud, especially using GitHub and GitHub Actions. • Experience running and scaling self-hosted CI runners. • Strong understanding of Debian-based Linux systems and CI/CD workflows. • Strong Linux OS administration skills (troubleshooting, performance, automation). • Experience supporting Windows application environments on‑prem. • Proven experience supporting large-scale CI or build systems used by multiple teams. • Solid understanding of source code management systems (GitHub, Perforce, Git workflows). • Strong scripting and automation skills (Bash, Python, or similar). • Excellent communication skills — able to explain complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills • Experience with hybrid cloud / on‑prem architectures. • Knowledge of artifact repositories, package management, or build caching strategies. • Experience with cost optimization and performance tuning in cloud environments. • Familiarity with security, compliance, and access controls in CI/CD platforms. • Experience supporting developer productivity platforms at enterprise scale. • Exposure to container-based CI workloads (Docker, runners, ephemeral environments). Minimum Qualifications: • 3+ years of IT-related work experience with a Bachelor's degree. OR 5+ years of IT-related work experience without a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. 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