DevOps / Automation Platform Engineer
Yesterday• Charlotte, NC
Dallas, TXWayne, PA
This Hybrid Role (in office Tues-Wed-Thurs) is based in: Wayne, PA, Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX or Charlotte, NC.
In this role, you will:
- Build and mature Infrastructure as Code practices across Workplace platforms using Terraform and Atmos, enabling teams to manage systems "as code."
- Design and operate CI/CD pipelines (primarily GitHub Actions) aligned to GTO standards, including quality gates, promotion patterns, and deployment safety mechanisms.
- Identify, evaluate, and operationalize Terraform providers and integrations for Workplace platforms; guide teams on provider usage, patterns, and lifecycle management.
- Onboard platform teams to Terraform/Atmos and GitHub-based delivery , including repository structure, workflow templates, environment strategy, and guardrails.
- Create shared automation frameworks and self-service tooling to reduce manual operational work and improve delivery speed and consistency.
- Develop integrations and automation services using APIs and scripting (PowerShell/Python) across endpoint , mobility, VDI, and Microsoft 365 platforms.
- Improve release quality and platform stability through automated validation, testing patterns, observability, and disciplined release governance.
- Partner closely with platform engineers, security, infrastructure, and networking teams to embed automation-first practices and standard engineering patterns.
- This role is also expected to challenge the status quo , drive process improvements, and champion a strong DevOps and engineering culture across Workplace Engineering.
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Technical Requirements:
- Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions and/or Azure DevOps).
- Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Atmos, or similar frameworks).
- Proficiency in software development
- Experience integrating systems using REST APIs .
- Solid understanding of Git-based workflows , code review, and reusable modules/templates.
- Familiarity with monitoring, telemetry, and operational observability concepts.
- Experience supporting enterprise endpoint or collaboration platforms is a plus (Windows, macOS, MDM, VDI, Microsoft 365).
What it takes:
- Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- 3-5+ years of relevant experience in DevOps, automation, or platform engineering roles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work across teams, influence standards, and enable others through documentation and coaching.
- Willingness to be learn and work with various languages.
- Strong planning, organization, and delivery discipline.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Wayne, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-178156
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-08-01T00:51:54
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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