Value Momentum Software - DevOps Architect - Cloud Technologies & Infrastructure (4-7 yrs)

Job Description : DevOps Lead/Architect.

Position Overview : We are seeking a seasoned DevOps Lead/Architect with 4-7 years of experience to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DevOps and Cloud technologies, with a proven ability to design, implement, and manage advanced cloud-based infrastructures.

This role requires expertise in automation, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms, along with excellent troubleshooting skills and a focus on reliability, security, and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities :

- Cloud Infrastructure Management : Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP, including compute, networks, IAM, security, and integration services.

- Containerization : Define and implement container-based environment topologies using Docker, Kubernetes, and hosted solutions, adhering to well-architected framework principles.

- Service Mesh Technologies : Design and implement advanced service mesh solutions using tools like Istio, Linkerd, and Kuma.

- Infrastructure Automation : Leverage tools like Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Terraform, ARM, and CloudFormation to automate and manage infrastructure.

- CI/CD Pipelines : Design pipelines as code and manage CI/CD tools such as Azure Devops, Jenkins, TeamCity, GitLab, and GitHub.

- Monitoring & Security : Utilize tools such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail, ELK/EFK, Splunk, Prometheus, OWASP, SAST, and DAST to ensure system monitoring, logging, and security.

- Performance Optimization : Implement strategies to meet reliability, performance, and business continuity requirements while optimizing costs.

- Advanced Troubleshooting : Apply strong debugging and problem-solving skills for recurring/mundane tasks, OS administration, and network performance issues.

- High Availability (HA) & Disaster Recovery (DR) : Design and implement HA/DR strategies aligned with SLAs, RTO, and RPO.

- Capacity Planning : Estimate infrastructure and resource requirements for optimal performance and scalability.

- Scripting & Automation : Develop complex scripts in Python, Bash, Ant, or Shell for automation of infrastructure and operational tasks.

Skills & Qualifications :

- Educational Background : Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology or Master's in Engineering/Computer Applications.

- Cloud Platforms : Expertise in AWS, Azure, and GCP with production-level knowledge.

- Version Control : Proficiency in Git, GitLab, and GitHub.

- Container Infrastructure : Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and service mesh technologies.

- Build Tools : Proficiency in tools like Ant, Maven, Make, and Gradle.

- Artifact Repositories : Experience with Nexus and JFrog Artifactory.

- Infrastructure Automation Tools : Expertise in Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Terraform, ARM, and CloudFormation.

- Scripting Languages : Strong skills in Python, Ant, Bash, and Shell scripting.

- Database Knowledge : Familiarity with MySQL, Oracle, and NoSQL databases such as Cassandra and MongoDB.

- Networking : Solid understanding of load balancing, CDN options, and network algorithms for failover and availability.

- Certifications : Cloud Architect or Professional certifications in AWS, Azure, or GCP are highly desirable.

Set Yourself Apart With :

- Ability to estimate setup times for infrastructure, build, and release activities.

- Advanced Linux OS expertise.

- Knowledge base creation, skill development, and toolset optimization within the practice.

- Experience with CDN management and root cause analysis.