AWS DevOps Engineer (contract 6m)

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Automate systems and processes to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate cloud solutions into applications.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployments.
• Implement security best practices and ensure compliance across cloud services.
• Document architecture and operational procedures for reference and training.
• Provide support and guidance to teams on best practices for cloud development and operations.

Requirements

Skills & Experience Required:
Core Capabilities:

• Solid understanding of cloud computing principles and AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.).
• Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Strong experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and proactive approach to problem resolution.
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar languages).
• Knowledge of monitoring tools and log management solutions (CloudWatch, ELK Stack, etc.).
• Familiarity with networking and security practices in cloud environments.

Technical Capabilities:

• Experience with version control systems (GIT).
• Knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of database services (MySQL, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, etc.).

Risk, Financials, Process and Change Capabilities:

• Ability to assess and mitigate risks associated with cloud implementations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements concerning cloud operations.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communicator with a focus on team collaboration.
• Results-oriented with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to tackle challenges head-on.
• Enthusiastic about technology and staying up-to-date with industry trends.