DevOps Engineer

Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel across the US and abroad. Operating out of Indianapolis, IN, our retail stores offer officially licensed headwear and apparel from collegiate and professional sports teams, plus top brands like Nike, New Era, Lululemon, and Mitchell & Ness. In addition to our wide assortment, we are the industry leader in on demand customization.

We currently operate 1,300 brick and mortar locations, including specialty concept stores for the NBA, NHL, Paris Saint-Germain, and the two largest MLB franchises, via our Yankees & Dodgers Clubhouse stores. Lids have built partnerships and collaborations with iconic global brands including Marvel/Disney, Playboy, Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack, and Post Malone, creating a community where fans, fashion, and culture collide.

The Mid-Level DevOps Engineer will be responsible for the deployment of code delivered by the development team while following and assisting the manager of DevOps in enforcing best-practice procedures. This person will work closely with several IT teams including development, Product Owners, and other IT Operations teams.

• Build and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines and repositories
• Responsible for training and guiding junior DevOps Engineers
• Work with developers and Product Owners to deliver deployed code following project outlines 
• Collaborate on department projects and provide best-practice solutions
• Evaluate areas of improvement for automation, cost savings, and security
• Perform deployments to various applications including, but not limited to, Azure, Dynamics 365 F&O, and PowerApps
• Ability to work with the developers to understand the impact of branch merges

• 3 years of experience as an Azure DevOps Engineer
• 3 years of experience using Agile methodologies and software development life cycle
• Experience with Git and TFVS source control
• Experience using Azure CLI and automation scripting languages, preferably Python and PowerShell
• Expertise in building infrastructure in Azure using Terraform
• Experience with Azure Classic and YAML Azure DevOps pipelines
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations cloud-based ERP
• Proficient with change management practices
• Ability to manage tasks with attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong commitment to customer service
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the willingness to learn from other associates
• Awareness of project management requirements
• Excellent analysis, problem solving, time management skills
• Willingness and ability to accept after-hours support calls and the dedication to resolving after-hours calls to resolution, as necessary to support the business

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee discounts and perks.
• Career development opportunities and professional training programs.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.