How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities) Delta is focused on sustaining a strong IT operation, growing our capabilities, and maximizing optimization across each of our tech hubs to elevate the travel experience for our customers and empower our 90,000 Delta people. We’re committed to fostering innovation, and we’re excited to invite you to be part of our journey as we shape the future of technology at the world’s best airline! As a NetDevOps Architect you are a specialized architect that combines network engineering and DevOps principles to streamline and automate the management of Delta’s network infrastructure. This role focuses on improving the efficiency and scalability of network systems using automation, version control, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices. In summary, you will help bridge the gap between networking and software development by applying automation, testing, and continuous improvement methodologies to network management. Here are some key responsibilities of a NetDevOps Architect: + **Network Automation** : Automatingrepetitive tasks such as configuration, monitoring, provisioning, andmanagement of network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls) throughscripts, tools, and frameworks like Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or Terraform. + **CI/CD for Network** : Implementing CI/CDpipelines tailored for network changes, enabling faster deployment of networkconfigurations and reducing human errors in manual configurations. + **Infrastructure asCode (IaC)** :Using coding practices to manage network infrastructure, ensuring that networkconfigurations can be treated similarly to application code (stored in versioncontrol, tested, and rolled back when necessary). + **Collaboration withDevelopment Teams** :Ensuring that the network infrastructure supports the needs of softwareapplications, enabling seamless deployment, scalability, and performance. + **Monitoring andAnalytics** :Setting up and maintaining automated monitoring tools for network performanceand troubleshooting issues proactively. + **Security and Compliance** : Applying network securitybest practices in automation pipelines, ensuring network policies What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications) + 8+ years experience in network and cloud engineering + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or arelated field (or equivalent experience). + Proven experience as a Network Architect or similar role in alarge-scale environment. + Extensive knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.)and hands-on experience with network hardware and software. + Proficiency with network security principles and practices. + Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure) and hybrid networks isa plus. + Organizational experience in an agile operating model + Established work in proof of concepts and technology + Executed technology modernization initiatives including migration tocloud native and API Strategy + Current experience with AWS, APIs, accelerators, DevSecOps + Consistentlyprioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data. + Embracesdiverse people, thinking, and styles. + Possessesa high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency. + Is atleast 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States. What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications) + CloudArchitecture Certification (AWS, GCP, or Azure) or strong architectureexperience on Cloud + Airlineindustry is a plus Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way: + Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives + 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9% + New hires are eligible for up to 2-weeks of vacation. This is earned for use in the following vacation year (April 1 – March 31) + In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period + 10 paid holidays per calendar year + Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave + Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave + Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance benefits + Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages + Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health + Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members + Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals + World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint + Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies + Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together + Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. 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