DevSecOps and API Management Platform Leader

Responsibilities

• Define and drive a DevSecOps strategy that delivers secure, automated CI/CD pipelines at scale
• Build and evolve API platforms, including gateways and developer portals, to accelerate innovation
• Embed security by design into every step of the development lifecycle
• Set governance and standards for API lifecycle management, including versioning, throttling, and analytics
• Accelerate adoption of infrastructure as code, containerization, and orchestration
• Lead cloud-native and microservices transformations to future-proof the platform landscape
• Guide and inspire engineers to build a culture of automation, ownership, and innovation

Requirements

• Master's degree in IT, Information Security, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in DevOps, platform engineering, or API management
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role
• Experience designing and running CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps, or ArgoCD
• Proficiency with Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM, including GitOps and policy-as-code
• Experience managing API platforms such as Apigee, Kong, Azure API Management, AWS API Gateway, or MuleSoft
• Hands-on experience with cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Expertise in containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes
• Understanding of API design and authentication protocols like OAuth2, JWT, and mTLS

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CKA, AWS DevOps Engineer, or CISSP
• Experience with observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog, or New Relic

Benefits

• Real responsibility and influence within an international organization
• Opportunities to lead and shape platforms for digital and energy ecosystems
• A strong environment focused on continuous learning and professional growth
• Flexibility in work location and respect for work-life balance
• Competitive salary package including extra-legal benefits

About the Company

Kuwait Petroleum continues to expand its business based on the qualities and commitment of extraordinary people. We look for talented individuals who deliver impact and help us excel through innovative solutions in a creative and stimulating environment.