Application Deployment Engineer (3-5 yrs)

Key Responsibilities :

Deployment Management :

- Plan, coordinate, and execute application deployments for Java and web applications across various environments (Development, QA, Staging, Production).

- Ensure timely and successful deployments of WAR/JAR files to application servers such as Apache Tomcat, Node.js, WebSphere, and WebLogic.

Release Coordination :

- Oversee the entire release lifecycle, including scheduling, coordinating, and managing releases across multiple applications and teams.

- Work closely with development, QA, and infrastructure teams to ensure the seamless delivery of application releases.

Automation of Deployment Processes :

- Develop and maintain automated deployment scripts and tools to streamline the release process and reduce manual intervention.

- Ensure consistency and repeatability in deployment across all environments.

Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams :

- Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth application deployment and troubleshoot issues during the deployment process.

Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) :

- Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Bamboo to automate build, test, and deployment workflows.

- Ensure that the release process is efficient and stable.

Monitoring and Troubleshooting :

- Monitor the deployment process and troubleshoot issues related to application deployment, environment configurations, and performance problems.

- Provide timely resolution to ensure minimal downtime during deployments.

Release Documentation :

- Maintain clear and concise documentation for deployment procedures, including release notes, deployment guides, and troubleshooting documentation.

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications :

- 3+ years of experience in web/Java application deployment, including experience with Apache Tomcat, Node.js, WebSphere, and WebLogic.

- Strong experience in WAR/JAR file deployment across various environments.

- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Shell, or PowerShell to automate deployment processes.

- Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and release management processes.

- Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Bamboo.

- Strong understanding of deployment processes, including coordination, troubleshooting, and release management.

- Problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve deployment-related issues quickly.

Desired Skills :

- Familiarity with application containerization tools (e.g, Docker) and deployment orchestration tools (e.g, Kubernetes) is a plus.

- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and deploying applications in the cloud.

- Knowledge of monitoring tools like Prometheus, Nagios, or Datadog to ensure application health post-deployment.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and document deployment processes