Senior DevOps Engineer (AWS)

We are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer with strong AWS expertise to join our fast-growing network. In this role, you will help design, build, and maintain robust cloud infrastructure, streamline CI/CD pipelines, and ensure scalable and secure deployments.

This is a hands-on engineering position requiring a proactive and detail-oriented professional with deep experience in cloud-native tooling and modern DevOps practices.

What we are looking for

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a DevOps role, with substantial expertise in AWS cloud environments.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, or AWS CloudFormation.
• Strong knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools, particularly Docker and Kubernetes.
• Solid understanding of network architecture, security, and application development methodologies.
• Proven ability to design and support robust build, deployment, and configuration management systems for multi-tier applications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure issues.
• Effective communication skills, capable of handling multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch, ELK Stack, and Prometheus.

Nice-to-have

• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer).
• Experience in multi-cloud environments (e.g., Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with serverless architecture and tools (e.g., AWS SAM, Serverless Framework).
• Knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices.
• Hands-on experience with service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio, Linkerd).
• Familiarity with GitOps practices (e.g., ArgoCD, Flux).
• Background in software development or SRE.
• Passion for automation, scalability, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage AWS-based cloud infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment of applications and services.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or AWS CloudFormation.
• Monitor and optimise cloud resources and applications to ensure high availability and performance.
• Collaborate with software development teams to integrate DevOps practices into the development lifecycle.
• Implement and manage security best practices for cloud environments.
• Manage backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.

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• Enjoy a harmonious work-life balance with consistent 8-hour working days with clients.
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