AWS Devops Engineer III - Pune/Bangalore/Delhi

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, manage, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and Opsera. 
• Automate infrastructure provisioning using Terraform and CloudFormation. 
• Administer and optimize key AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and IAM. 
• Strengthen security by implementing best practices for IAM, encryption, and network security (VPC, Security Groups, WAF, NACLs, etc.). 
• Design, configure, and maintain AWS networking components such as VPCs, Subnets, Route53, Transit Gateway, and Security Groups. 
• Perform cost optimization by analyzing AWS usage patterns and implementing efficiency strategies. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and deployment issues in a production environment. 
• Design and implement scalable cloud solutions using AWS services. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align cloud infrastructure with business goals. 
• Ensure high levels of security and compliance within AWS environments. 
• Develop automation scripts using Python and AWS Lambda for routine operational tasks. 
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal teams as needed. 


•  Strategic Planning: 
• Develop strategies for cloud adoption, migration, and multi-cloud/hybrid-cloud operations. 
• Align AWS solutions with business objectives and stakeholder requirements.


• Architecture Leadership: 
• Design and oversee the implementation of large-scale, enterprise-level architectures. 
• Provide input for technology roadmaps and long-term AWS adoption plans. 


• Cluster Management and Operations 
• Design, deploy, and manage scalable and highly available EKS clusters. 
• Manage Kubernetes objects like Pods, Deployments, StatefulSets, ConfigMaps, and Secrets. 
• Implement and manage Kubernetes resource scheduling, scaling, and lifecycle management. 


• Automation and IaC (Infrastructure as Code) 
• Automate the provisioning of EKS clusters and associated AWS resources using Terraform or CloudFormation. 
• Develop and maintain Helm charts for consistent application deployments. 
• Implement GitOps workflows using tools like ArgoCD or FluxCD for continuous delivery. 


• Innovation: 
• Evaluate and implement emerging AWS technologies (e.g., AI/ML services, serverless architectures). 
• Promote the use of containers (ECS, EKS) and microservices for modern application delivery. 


• Governance & Compliance: 
• Establish cloud governance policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards. 
• Lead audits and manage compliance for PCI, HIPAA, and other industry requirements. 


• Incident Resolution Leadership: 
• Act as the final escalation point for critical incidents and outages. 
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and define preventive measures for recurring issues. 


• Mentorship & Training: 
• Mentor junior engineers and lead training programs on AWS best practices. 
• Represent the Managed Services team in client discussions and stakeholder presentations. 


• Collaboration: 
• Partner with DevOps, product, and leadership teams to ensure seamless service delivery. 
• Act as a liaison between the Managed Services team and AWS account managers. 

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Skills: 
•  Expertise in CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Opsera, GitLab CI/CD, or AWS CodePipeline. 
• Strong experience in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and CloudFormation. 
• Knowledge of AWS networking, including VPCs, Route53, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Load Balancers, and firewalls. 
• Proficiency in security best practices, IAM policies, encryption, and compliance standards.  
•  Deep understanding of AWS core services and advanced features. 
•  Strong expertise in AWS automation, scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell), and CLI. 
•  Proficiency in AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, and other infrastructure-as-code tools. 
•  Knowledge of AWS security best practices, identity and access management, and networking. 
•  Capacity Planning: Analyze future resource needs and plan capacity accordingly. 
•  Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. 
•  Migration and Modernization: Lead large-scale migration and modernization projects. 
•  Cost Optimization: Implement cost-saving strategies and optimize resource utilization. 


•  Soft Skills: 
•   Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 
•   Strong leadership and communication skills. 
•   Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
•   Customer-focused approach. 


•  Certifications (Preferred): 
•   AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional 
•   AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional 
•   AWS Certified Security - Specialty 
•   Additional advanced certifications as needed