Senior AWS DevOps Engineer

Senior and Lead AWS DevOps Engineer

Job Summary:

The Senior AWS DevOps will design, deploy, and manage advanced cloud-based solutions on AWS. This role requires an experienced engineer with a strong background in AWS cloud management, DevSecOps, and infrastructure as code (IaC). The ideal candidate will have 5-13 years of relevant experience and will be proficient in implementing and managing AWS networking components, security practices, and CI/CD pipelines. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

AWS Cloud Management:

• Design, deploy, and manage scalable and secure AWS cloud infrastructures.
• Implement and manage AWS networking components including virtual networks, peerings, firewalling, private endpoints, and DNS.

Security and DevSecOps:

• Integrate security practices within the DevOps lifecycle to ensure secure application and infrastructure deployment.
• Implement and manage security controls including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).

Governance:

• Implement AWS policies in code, at scale.
• Manage AWS policy assignments and exemptions.

AWS Well-Architected Framework :

• Understand the principles and best practices of the AWS Well Architected Framework and associated AWS architectural patterns.

CI/CD Pipelines and IaC:

• Proficient with working with Git, including managing repositories, merges, conflicts, and pull requests.
• Develop and manage IaC CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and other CI/CD tools.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) primarily using Terraform.
• Debug and refactor Terraform based on best practices.

Automation and Scripting:

• Develop scripts and automation tools to improve operational efficiency.

Monitoring and ITSM Integration:

• Set up and manage monitoring and alerting systems using AWS Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Integrate with IT Service Management (ITSM) tools for streamlined incident and problem management processes.

Scripting Languages:

• Proficiency in Python.

Preferred Certifications:

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional
• AWS Certified Developer Associate
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional
• AWS Certified Security - Specialty

Qualifications:

• 5-13 years of experience in IT operations, with a focus on AWS cloud services, security, and DevOps/DevSecOps.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS services and best practices.
• Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices and GitHub for source control/GitHub Actions for CI/CD.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills. Able to build credibility and establish strong relationships with onshore client delivery teams, including engineering leadership teams.

Education:

• Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.