[Hiring] Director of DevOps @Mercy For Animals

Remote in the United States, Canada, Mexico, or Brazil

Mercy For Animals aims to end industrial animal agriculture by constructing a just and sustainable food system. We envision a world where animals are respected, protected, and free.
 

As a leading farmed animal advocacy organization, we know that achieving this goal requires a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment—one that welcomes and sparks new perspectives and innovative ideas. If you are passionate about our mission, driven to make a big impact for animals, and eager to be part of a dedicated team, join us!

We currently seek a director of DevOps to join our technology team. In this role, you will lead a team of four web developers and one QA specialist, providing hands-on guidance and helping establish best practices in current and new technologies through code reviews and nurturing a team culture of technical excellence and innovation. The director will execute stakeholder projects across the organization in a WordPress development environment, as well as infrastructure projects for the DevOps team.

You will do invaluable work:

• Provide technical leadership for web developers in the coding of WordPress (PHP) websites, plug-ins, and SaaS customizations, implementing code review processes for increased collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Mentor web developers in current and new technologies, providing expertise through hands-on guidance and recommending professional-development resources
• Write testable, scalable, and efficient code in a WordPress development environment in support of organizational projects 
• Establish and maintain coding and development standards, automating processes and standards where possible in collaboration with the DevOps engineer
• Collaborate with the DevOps engineer in executing infrastructure projects, ensuring systems and processes are scalable, secure, and reliable
• Collaborate with the QA specialist and developers of DevOps on establishing and implementing best practices throughout the software-development cycle 
• Collaborate cross-departmentally concerning UX/UI design standards and integrations, collecting data as needed
• Stay current with technology trends, introducing new technologies where appropriate, and ensure the DevOps team spends 10% of its time on innovation
• Create documentation for newly developed features or processes, for both the DevOps team and the organization
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures
• Perform any other duties assigned by team leader

Your qualifications will take our technology team to the next level:

• Senior-level, hands-on experience in WordPress web-development, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript/AJAX, PHP, consuming and developing APIs, and change/release management processes
• Minimum two years’ experience in a technical leadership role
• Relevant certifications in computer science or a related field (a plus)
• Experience in mobile-first development
• Solid understanding of UX/UI and accessibility principles
• Deep knowledge of the software-development cycle, with experience implementing and administering best practices in a highly collaborative environment
• Problem-solving skills, with an ability to listen and understand stakeholders’ questions and needs
• Ability to operate in a highly detailed and organized manner while remaining flexible as the organization’s needs and priorities change
• Fluency in written and spoken English (Spanish or Portuguese as a first or second language a plus)
• Availability for occasional travel for conferences or retreats
• Comfort working autonomously or hyper-collaboratively in a fully remote environment
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to consistently meet deadlines (project-management experience a plus) 
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively at all levels of the organization
• Commitment to the mission and values of Mercy For Animals
• Commitment to continued personal and organizational growth in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice principles

About Your Team Leader

Travis Sitzlar is the vice president of technology at Mercy For Animals. He leads a team of developers and IT professionals dedicated to helping Mercy For Animals achieve its vision through information technology. With over 20 years’ experience creating and managing high-performing technology teams around the globe, Travis has supported organizations ranging from local, regional, and international mission-driven nonprofits to emerging startups and multinational corporations backed by private equity. He is delighted to see technology play a role in transforming people’s perception of plant-based foods and looks forward to a world where plant-based eating is the norm. Travis and his wife, Stephanie, live in the Tampa Bay area in a home ruled by their rescue dog and bird.

Compensation and Benefits

Earn an annual salary of around $111,000–$115,000 (paid hourly), depending on qualifications. In addition to a collaborative and innovative work environment, you will be able to take part in our benefits package, including no- or low-cost health, vision, and dental insurance; generous paid time off and sick leave; and 401(k) retirement plan, with a dollar-to-dollar employer match of up to 3% of your annual earnings.

Application Details

We consider traditional and nontraditional qualifications and carefully review each application, resume, and cover letter. Feel encouraged to go outside a traditional cover letter and state how you would add to our culture; what we would gain from having you on our team; and how you align with our organizational vision, mission, and values. 

Our Commitment to You

Mercy For Animals is a globally minded organization. We are committed to the principles of equity and justice, and our culture celebrates authenticity—enabling every team member to shine. All employment decisions are based solely on individual qualifications, job needs, and job requirements, and potential team members of every color, orientation, age, gender, origin, veteran status, and ability are encouraged to apply. We strive to include candidates from historically marginalized communities and those from or in communities impacted by environmental, social, and economic injustice. 

Come as you are, and help us transform our society and construct a truly compassionate food system.

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