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# DevOps CI/CD Software Engineering Manager

- **Company:** Altera Corporation
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $187,000.0 - $270,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Github, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Scripting, Google Cloud, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Software Security, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins, Golang
- **Published:** June 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/505f61ca-23c3-47bd-aed5-d9c9050208f6

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
 * 10+ years of experience in DevOps, infrastructure engineering, or build/release engineering, with increasing leadership responsibility
 * 3+ years of experience managing or leading high-performing engineering teams
 * Proven experience architecting and operating large-scale CI/CD systems in complex, multi-repository environments
 * Strong background supporting EDA workflows (simulation, synthesis, verification, or related flows)
 * Deep expertise in CI/CD tools and frameworks (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) at enterprise scale
 * Proficiency in programming/scripting (Python, Bash, Go, or similar) with a focus on automation
 * Strong Linux systems expertise and operational troubleshooting skills
 * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical direction, * Experience applying AI/ML techniques for intelligent automation, observability, or anomaly detection
 * Background in semiconductor, FPGA, or ASIC development environments
 * Experience with cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
 * Expertise in containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
 * Knowledge of software security, compliance, and supply chain integrity best practices
 * Strong communication, stakeholder management, and executive-level presentation skills

## Description

We are seeking a DevOps CI/CD Software Engineering Manager to lead the design, implementation, and operation of advanced CI/CD platforms supporting EDA toolchains and large-scale, mission-critical software systems. This role combines technical depth with people leadership, requiring a strong ability to build and mentor high-performing teams while driving strategic DevOps initiatives across the organization.

As a leader, you will define and execute the roadmap for CI/CD infrastructure, partner with cross-functional engineering and silicon design teams, and establish best practices that enable scalable, reliable, and high-velocity development workflows. You will play a critical role in elevating engineering productivity, quality, and operational excellence across the organization., * Lead, mentor, and grow a team of DevOps and CI/CD engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement

 * Own the architecture, scalability, and reliability of enterprise-wide CI/CD platforms supporting EDA and large-scale software systems
 * Define and drive the CI/CD and automation strategy, aligning with broader engineering and business objectives
 * Partner with software engineering, FPGA/ASIC design, and validation leadership to streamline development, integration, and release processes
 * Oversee the development of robust automation frameworks for build, test, release, and infrastructure orchestration
 * Establish and enforce best practices for version control, branching strategies, artifact management, and release governance
 * Drive adoption of AI/ML-driven automation and observability to improve pipeline efficiency, detect issues early, and reduce cycle time
 * Ensure production CI/CD systems meet high standards for availability, performance, scalability, and security
 * Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts across CI/CD infrastructure
 * Influence and guide organizational DevOps maturity, setting standards and driving consistency across teams


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