AWS Cloud Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

AWS Cloud Management:

• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure using AWS services such as Glue, Athena, and Redshift for data integration, querying, and analytics.
• Design, deploy, and maintain scalable and efficient data architectures and cloud-based solutions on AWS.
• Automation and Continuous Improvement:
• Drive continuous improvement efforts by automating routine tasks and optimizing cloud infrastructure.
• Implement automated solutions for cloud management, monitoring, and deployment processes.
• Leverage AWS Glue for ETL processes and data cataloging, while using Athena for querying data stored in S3.
• Enhance performance and cost-efficiency by optimizing Redshift data warehouse configurations and querying processes.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
• Utilize Terraform and other IaC tools to automate infrastructure provisioning and management.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Bamboo, CodeBuild, and CodeFresh to streamline development, testing, and deployment workflows.
• Programming and Scripting:
• Write and maintain Python and Bash scripts to automate cloud infrastructure management and data processing tasks.
• Develop reusable, efficient, and scalable scripts for cloud automation, deployment, and management tasks.
• Linux/Unix Expertise:
• Work in a Linux/Unix environment to manage cloud servers, applications, and infrastructure components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Linux-based issues related to cloud infrastructure, ensuring smooth cloud operations.
• Collaboration and Support:
• Collaborate with development, operations, and data teams to ensure cloud-based solutions meet business requirements and performance standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance on cloud best practices, automation, and infrastructure management.
• Monitoring and Optimization:
• Set up monitoring and alerting for cloud infrastructure to proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Continuously optimize infrastructure for scalability, security, and cost-efficiency, leveraging cloud-native tools and best practices.

Key Requirements:

Experience:

• 6+ years of hands-on experience working with AWS services, particularly Glue, Athena, and Redshift.
• Strong programming skills in Python and Bash for automating tasks and building cloud solutions.
• Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), with significant experience using Terraform for provisioning cloud infrastructure.
• Proven experience working with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, CodeBuild, Bamboo, and CodeFresh.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in AWS services for data integration and analytics (AWS Glue, Athena, Redshift).
• Experience with automation tools and techniques to enhance cloud operations and reduce manual tasks.
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix environments, with the ability to manage servers and troubleshoot issues.
• Familiarity with cloud monitoring and optimization best practices.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to automation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with different teams.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality, scalable solutions.

Qualification : a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, AWS certifications, and skills in cloud computing, programming, networking, and DevOps are typically required.