Senior DevOps Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 25, 2026. Valence scores A on the Alion truth index.
Valence has built the first-to-market AI native coaching platform for enterprise, offering personalized, expert, and human-like guidance & support to any leader or employee. At Valence, we're not just talking about the future of work - we're actively shaping it.
From your first interaction with us, you'll notice we're different. By working here you won't just implement solutions for our clients; you'll be helping to architect the future of leadership in the age of generative AI. And we'll be honest - this is not for everyone. But for those with an insatiable desire to work fast on complex, unsolved challenges with some of the best talent in tech, this could be the career-defining opportunity you've been waiting for.
The Role
We are seeking a seasoned DevOps Engineer to build and lead our infrastructure platform that serves our LLM-powered coaching product for Fortune 500 enterprises. In this pivotal role, you will own our entire infrastructure landscape, supporting three distinct teams: two application teams and our AI team. You'll be the driving force behind our security infrastructure, deployment strategies, and cloud architecture.
About Valence
We're the only company pioneering leadership coaching for large enterprises in an AI-first way. Our mission is to transform how the world's biggest companies approach learning and development, helping teams work better together through AI-powered personalization that adapts to individual goals and organizational culture using the latest advances in machine learning and natural language processing.
We've been featured in Harvard Business Review, TIME, World Economic Forum, Financial Times, Forbes and an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America. Our clients represent the most diverse and sophisticated enterprise AI implementations globally, including Coca-Cola, Delta, Nestlé, General Mills, Schneider Electric, Deutsche Telekom, AstraZeneca, Prudential, CVS and Bristol Myers Squibb.
Working at Valence means you'll work directly with Fortune 500 technology leaders, building expertise through the most complex enterprise deployments while gaining insight into diverse organizational approaches to AI transformation. These aren't just any enterprise clients - they're the companies defining what AI-first business transformation looks like across every major industry.
What You'll Do
Own and architect our entire AWS infrastructure, including identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions
Design and implement scalable infrastructure platforms that enable seamless deployments across multiple teams
Lead security infrastructure initiatives, including implementing SIEM, EDR, automated scanning tools, and backup systems
Manage and optimize infrastructure costs while ensuring high availability and performance
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Ansible, with opportunity to improve existing implementations
Create and optimize autoscaling solutions for various workloads, including webinar demands and ML/data processing pipelines
Establish network architecture and security protocols, including firewall configurations and routing
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for multiple application teams
Collaborate with AI team to design and implement infrastructure for data processing and ML pipelines
Take proactive ownership in identifying infrastructure improvements and implementing solutions
What We're Looking For
7+ years of DevOps experience, preferably in scaling B2B SaaS companies
Proven experience building and maintaining infrastructure platforms that support multiple development teams
Strong expertise in AWS services and infrastructure management
Advanced knowledge of Terraform for Infrastructure as Code
Experience with Ansible is a plus
Proficiency in network management, including firewalls, routing, and security protocols
Strong coding abilities in Python, Shell/Bash scripting, with other coding experience a plus (Go, PHP, Ruby)
Experience with enterprise security processes and procurement, ideally running elements or all of the infosec function serving F500 enterprises
Background in implementing and managing security infrastructure (SIEM, EDR, XDR)
Strong problem-solving skills and proactive ownership mindset
Ability to work effectively with multiple teams and handle diverse infrastructure needs
What You'll Get
Ownership & Rapid Growth
Outsized missions from day one, with direct responsibility for company-defining projects
Work alongside the executive team with transparency into strategy and decision-making
Influence on direction through real-time customer feedback and market insights
AI-First Operator
Work directly with cutting-edge AI models and next-generation platforms
Build expertise in enterprise AI implementation across Fortune 500 companies and multiple industries
Establish yourself as a recognized leader among peers in shaping how AI transforms work at a global scale
Compensation
Competitive salary including base + bonuses
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) from day one
Generous PTO, company-wide R&R shutdowns, and paid parental leave
Retirement plan support for US and global employees
A WFH stipend, phone stipend and support to work in a We Work or other space as preferred.
Equity
Meaningful ownership in a venture-backed company at a growth inflection point
Financial upside that comes from scaling fast
Top-up grants as we scale and you deliver exceptional performance - your compensation grows alongside your impact
Top-Performing Culture
A culture built for top talent: intensity to win, growth without limits, and a team that solves hard problems and celebrates big wins together
Learn more about us and meet our teamhere
Location and Work Environment
We’re looking for a candidate that can fully support our team in ET time zone (e.g. Toronto, NYC). While we’re open to candidates from other areas, they need to be generally available during Eastern Time working hours. have valid travel documents without work authorization restrictions in the US.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and offer accommodations upon request throughout the hiring process. If you have any questions, please reach out to Allison Langille, Head of People, at [email protected].
Employment Verification & Commitment
We use third-party services to verify employment history, education, and other information relevant to your candidacy. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these verification checks. This is a full-time role that requires a high level of focus, availability, and commitment. Employees may not hold concurrent full-time employment with another organization while employed at Valence. Any outside consulting, advisory, freelance, or other professional work must be disclosed and approved in advance and must not interfere with job responsibilities, availability, performance, or create a conflict of interest - including risks related to confidentiality, intellectual property, or competition.
Valence takes candidate fraud seriously. We verify identity, LinkedIn profiles, employment history, and references; any misrepresentation during the hiring process is grounds for withdrawing an offer or ending employment. All offers are contingent on successful completion of these checks.