Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them to save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agrifinance, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and to innovate. A FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 23,300 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
Job DescriptionThe Self Service Platforms organization is hiring a Staff DevOps Architect with solid software development experience. You will focus on engineering solutions and improving the software development lifecycle for OS Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, and related services worldwide.
As the Staff DevOps Architect, you will provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, setting standards and guiding architectural best practices. You will lead the delivery of enterprise-scale, self-service cloud platforms while driving SDLC modernization through CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code. Your responsibilities include defining operational Goals, ensuring production readiness, and leading incident response, all while encouraging automation, standardization, and global collaboration. You will uphold governance and reliability protocols to guarantee 24/7 system availability and cultivate a culture of openness, learning, and cross-team knowledge sharing. Through your contributions, you will improve SDLC processes, modernize the technology stack, and improve the quality and efficiency of services across the organization.
You'll have opportunity to:
- Provide technical and architectural leadership, mentoring engineers and establishing engineering standards, best practices, and scalable architectural patterns.
- Lead enterprise platform architecture and delivery, designing and evolving self‑service cloud and automation platforms that support global scale and modernization.
- Improve SDLC modernization by promoting CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and automation practices to improve quality, and developer experience.
- Create clear Goals, proactive monitoring, incident management, and continuous improvement of production systems and workflows.
- Strengthen global collaboration, partnering with international teams to expand and refine self‑service infrastructure capabilities and private cloud solutions.
- Architect automation and standardization frameworks that simplify operations, eliminate manual work, and maintain consistency across global server environments.
- Uphold governance, reliability, and change management, balancing innovation with enterprise stability and ensuring available, secure platforms.
- Foster a culture of learning and collaboration promoting cross‑training and shared ownership across engineering teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years of experience in software development and DevOps, with proven expertise in leading and optimizing SDLC processes.
- Foundation in operating systems (Linux, Windows) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Advanced proficiency in scripting and programming languages: PowerShell, Bash, YAML, Python.
- Expertise in automation and IaC tools: Ansible, Terraform. Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins) and distributed version control systems (Git, Bitbucket).
- Experience with server patching, vulnerability remediation, performance monitoring, and fine-tuning.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum) and ITIL practices.
- Experience collaborating effectively with teams and senior leadership, showing ownership and accountability in complex environments.
Benefits/Perks:
- Great compensation package and bonus plan
- Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
- Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
- Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays
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At Experian, our people and culture set us apart. We're deeply committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong and can excel. From inclusion and authenticity to work/life balance, development, wellness, collaboration, and recognition, we focus on what truly matters. Our people-first approach has earned us global recognition: World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ 2025 in 26 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024, among others.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education. You will be also eligible for a variable pay opportunity.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society.
During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity.
We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime.
For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done.
Our 20,600 people in 43 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow.
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Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise.
We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance.
Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career.
Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian.
