DevOps Engineer/Senior Engineer

The DevOps Engineer will work closely with the IT, development, and security teams to streamline software deployment, automate infrastructure management, and enhance system reliability This role requires expertise in CI/CD pipelines, containerization, cloud services, and infrastructure as code (IaC) The ideal candidate will be proactive in identifying automation opportunities and optimizing cloud-native solutions

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes using tools like Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS SAM, Pulumi
• Deploy, manage, and monitor cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, IBM Cloud, OpenShift) with a focus on scalability, security, and performance
• Assist in migrating and modernizing legacy applications by implementing microservices and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm)
• Assist in optimizing system performance by developing scalable architecture and auto-scaling strategies
• Automate operational tasks using shell-scripting, Python, Node.js
• Secure cloud environments by implementing best practices for identity and access management (IAM), key management (KMS), and API security
• Implement observability solutions using Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, New Relic, to ensure system health monitoring and alerting
• Implement centralized logging solutions for applications using tools such as OpenSearch or ELK stack
• Manage serverless services like AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, or Google Cloud Functions for event-driven architectures
• Improve developers' productivity by creating self-service automation tools for deployment and infrastructure provisioning
• Ensure compliance with DevOps security best practices, assisting in vulnerability assessments, and automating security testing in pipelines (DevSecOps)
• Stay updated with the latest DevOps trends, tools, and cloud technologies, and continuously improve deployment strategies

As a Senior DevOps Engineer, your additional responsibilities will include:

• Guide and mentor junior DevOps engineers, review solutions provided by them, and promote best practices in automation, security, and cloud infrastructure
• Define and implement DevOps strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices
• Evaluate and integrate new tools and technologies, driving innovation and continuous improvement in DevOps processes
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to establish DevOps roadmaps, optimize workflows, and enhance system reliability

The ideal candidate for the position should have the following skills and experience:

Technical Qualifications

• Experience in DevOps, including cloud infrastructure, automation, CI/CD, and system reliability
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, IBM Cloud, OpenShift) and cloud-native technologies
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD)
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS SAM, or Pulumi)
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm)
• Experience working with Git workflows and branching strategies
• Experience with logging, monitoring, and alerting tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, New Relic, OpenSearch, ELK stack)
• Experience in scripting and automation using Bash shell-scripting, Python, Node.js
• Knowledge of serverless computing (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, Google Cloud Functions)
• Knowledge of cloud networking, DNS management (Route 53, Azure DNS), and API Gateway
• Knowledge of security best practices for DevOps and cloud infrastructure
• Understanding of cloud IAM policies and access control

Personal Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to quickly debug and resolve issues
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies in a fast-evolving environment
• Ability to work under pressure and troubleshoot critical production issues
• Team player with a proactive approach to improving processes and automation

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant DevOps experience in cloud infrastructure, automation, and CI/CD
• Certifications in AWS (AWS Certified DevOps Engineer), Azure (Azure DevOps Engineer Expert), or Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD/CKS) are a plus