Principal DevOps Engineer

Location: Pune / Hybrid (Remote + Office)

We are seeking an experienced Principal DevOps Engineer to lead and elevate our cloud infrastructure, DevOps practices, and site reliability engineering initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing cloud platforms, container orchestration, modern CI/CD workflows, and automation solutions. This role requires a balance of technical depth, leadership skills, and collaboration across teams. The position is designed for those who thrive in a hybrid work environment and are excited to tackle complex infrastructure challenges.

Key Responsibilities: Cloud Infrastructure: Architect, deploy, and maintain scalable cloud-based infrastructures across Azure, AWS, or GCP. Kubernetes & Containers: Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clusters and containerized environments with an emphasis on high availability, fault tolerance, and scalability. CI/CD Pipeline Management: Lead the design and implementation of modern CI/CD pipelines using platforms like Tekton, ArgoCD, Jenkins, or similar. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and manage infrastructure automation using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and other IaC solutions to ensure consistency, scalability, and agility. GenAI Integration: Extend Generative AI (GenAI) solutions to optimize cloud infrastructure and DevOps workflows, driving continuous improvements. Performance & Cost Optimization: Continuously optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost efficiency, and security, ensuring sustainable scalability. Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and application issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring high system reliability. Scripting & Automation: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools in Bash/Shell, Python, or Go to streamline operations. Networking & Security: Apply networking fundamentals (DNS, firewalls, load balancing) to improve system architecture and ensure security compliance. Collaboration & Mentorship: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance developer productivity, system reliability, and operational efficiency. Mentor and guide team members, promoting best practices in DevOps and cloud operations. Compliance & Monitoring: Ensure infrastructure and systems adhere to security, compliance, and monitoring standards, with a focus on proactive management.

Qualifications: Experience:

8+ years in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE). Proven experience in deploying and managing large-scale cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, or GCP. Technical Skills: Kubernetes and containerization technologies (Docker, Helm, etc.) expertise. Strong experience with modern CI/CD tools like Tekton, ArgoCD, Jenkins, or similar platforms. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash/Shell and programming languages like Python or Go. Hands-on experience with Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure automation and configuration management. Solid understanding of Linux administration and networking principles (DNS, firewalls, load balancing, etc.). Other Skills: Expertise in cloud performance optimization, cost control, and security best practices. Ability to leverage Generative AI (GenAI) solutions to drive cloud and DevOps optimizations. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, particularly in large-scale and distributed systems. Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, able to work across teams and geographies. Strong leadership abilities with a focus on mentoring and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Adaptable to a hybrid work environment, balancing remote and office-based work. Passionate about learning and staying up to date with emerging technologies in the DevOps and cloud ecosystem. Preferred Qualifications: Certification in AWS, Azure, or GCP (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect). Experience with observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or Datadog. Familiarity with microservices and service mesh technologies such as Istio or Linkerd. Proven experience in leading large-scale migration or cloud transformation projects.

Work Culture: Ready to work in a hybrid environment that offers both remote flexibility and opportunities for in-office collaboration. We support a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning, encouraging personal and professional growth within the organization. What We Offer: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. A collaborative team culture that values diversity and innovation