DevOps Specialist

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled
GitHub Platform Engineer
to administer, optimize, and support GitHub Enterprise environments across a multi-instance, multi-product landscape. This role requires deep expertise in GitHub products, CI/CD pipelines, authentication standards, scripting, and cloud platform integrations. The ideal candidate will function as a subject matter expert, supporting global initiatives, driving improvements, and enabling frictionless development experiences for engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities
GitHub Platform Administration & Engineering

• Administer and manage GitHub platforms and associated products, including GitHub Enterprise, GitHub Actions, GitHub Copilot, and integrations.
• Lead and support global GitHub product implementations, integrations, redesigns, and migrations.
• Assist in migrating data from GitHub on-premises environments to GitHub Enterprise Managed User (EMU).
• Manage and troubleshoot GitHub cloud products, integrations, and advanced access needs.

Automation, Scripting & Process Optimization

• Develop scripts using JavaScript, Java/Spring Boot, or Python to automate workflows and operational tasks.
• Identify and implement improvements to product functionality, system architecture, and internal processes.
• Support CI/CD pipeline optimization and integration across tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Tekton, or other DevOps platforms.

System Administration & Cloud Technologies

• Maintain and support applications running in Linux environments, including VMs, containers, and Kubernetes.
• Work with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP), OpenShift, or similar.
• Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot and optimize CI/CD pipelines and tooling.

Security, Authentication & APIs

• Work with authentication systems including Azure Active Directory, OAuth2, and OpenID Connect.
• Utilize and integrate REST APIs, including GitHub APIs, to enhance automation and tooling.
• Support AI/ML bot security or MCP server knowledge (preferred).

Support, Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Proactively monitor and resolve support tickets related to GitHub platform and integrations.
• Provide documentation, training, and support to site administrators, engineering teams, and end users.
• Collaborate with global teams, occasionally outside normal business hours.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, including planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Work with stakeholders across Ford to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality tools.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with GitHub, including administration and GitHub Enterprise.
• Strong scripting skills in JavaScript, Java/Spring Boot, or Python.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar.
• Knowledge of REST APIs and GitHub API integrations.
• Experience supporting Linux-based systems, containers, Kubernetes, or cloud environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and process improvement mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with GCP, OpenShift, or similar cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Tekton, FOSSA, or related CI/CD tools.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, Spanner, or other databases