Senior DevOps Engineer (Cloud Automation, Kubernetes and CI/CD)

Software Requirements:

• Programming Languages: Python, Bash
• Infrastructure Automation Tools: Terraform, Helm
• Container Platforms: containerd, Docker
• Container Orchestration Platforms: Kubernetes
• CI/CD Tools: GitLab, CloudFormation
• Cloud Technologies: Google Cloud Platform, AWS, Azure
• Monitoring & Alerting Tools: Datadog (preferred), Prometheus, Grafana
• Networking: CIDR notations, Subnets, Firewalls, DNS
• Other Essentials: YAML
  
  

Overall Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product owners and engineering teams to create Infrastructure as Code modules.
• Build and maintain application deployment pipelines.
• Set up and manage monitoring and alerting capabilities for applications.
• Provide solutions to any infrastructure issues that may arise.
• Lead by example in implementing cloud-based applications and infrastructure improvements.
• Ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Interpret architectural decisions and their impact on infrastructure.
• Work independently to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues.
• Support and cooperate with cross-functional teams spread across multiple time zones.
  
  

Technical Skills:

Core Skills:

• Proven ability to automate processes.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based applications.
• Experience in infrastructure improvements with a focus on cost and delivery.
• Familiarity with infrastructure and networking.
• Security monitoring of infrastructure interfaces and common attack vectors.
• Pair programming with SREs and developers.
  
  

Additional Skills:

• Understanding of DevOps principles.
• Knowledge of CI/CD processes.
• Cloud infrastructure automation expertise.
• Container platforms and orchestration proficiency.
• Application monitoring and visualization tools.
• Networking concepts and cloud delivery models.
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum of 8+ years in a DevOps or related role.
• Proven experience in implementing and managing cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with modern testing techniques and frameworks.
• Familiarity with OAuth2 and OIDC semantics is a plus.
  
  

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) modules.
• Create and manage application build and deployment pipelines.
• Monitor application performance and set up alerting systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues independently.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on infrastructure projects.
• Ensure security and compliance in all infrastructure aspects.
• Implement logging and monitoring frameworks.
• Lead by example and drive outcomes-oriented processes.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications in cloud technologies and DevOps practices are a plus.
  
  

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Adaptability and a positive attitude.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Outcome-oriented mindset.
• Relentless pursuit of solutions.
  
  

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