DevOps Engineer

About the Role

PhotonX Technologies is seeking a seasoned DevOps Engineer with 4 to 5 years of practical experience in cloud infrastructure management, automation, CI/CD pipeline development, microservices architecture, and container orchestration. This full-time role is based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India, and requires the selected candidate to work from the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain CI/CD pipelines that automate building, testing, and deploying software applications.
• Manage and fine-tune cloud infrastructure solutions primarily using AWS or Microsoft Azure platforms.
• Create and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) utilizing Terraform or AWS CloudFormation to provision and configure resources.
• Deploy and administer containerized applications leveraging Docker and Kubernetes to ensure efficient container orchestration.
• Oversee deployments and operational support for microservices architectures within cloud environments.
• Develop strategies for containerization and orchestration to optimize microservices management using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Facilitate service communication, implement API gateways, handle load balancing, and manage service discovery mechanisms.
• Automate provisioning and operational workflows to enhance process efficacy and reduce manual interventions.
• Monitor system and application performances through tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK Stack.
• Diagnose and resolve production issues, perform root cause analyses, and apply remedial measures to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure cloud infrastructure adheres to security, scalability, high availability, and reliability standards.
• Partner closely with development, quality assurance, and security teams to simplify and accelerate software release cycles.
• Manage Linux-based servers, including system administration, network configuration, and server setup.
• Document technical processes, deployment procedures, and infrastructure configurations comprehensively.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Proficient with AWS or Microsoft Azure cloud platforms through hands-on experience.
• Experience working with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps for continuous integration and deployment.
• Strong practical skills with container technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture and distributed system design.
• Demonstrated ability in deploying and managing cloud-based microservices architectures.
• Familiarity with API gateways, service discovery processes, load balancing techniques, and intra-service communication.
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and AWS CloudFormation.
• Ability to script effectively in Python, Bash, or Shell scripting languages.
• Sound knowledge of Linux/Unix system administration.
• Experience with monitoring and logging software, particularly Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK Stack.
• Understanding of networking concepts, cloud security principles, and overall system architecture.
• Experience maintaining production environments and handling live deployments.
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes.

Experience Requirements

• 4 to 5 years of professional experience in roles relating to DevOps Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or similar fields.
• Proven track record managing cloud infrastructure and live production deployments.
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing automation strategies and CI/CD pipelines.
• Working knowledge of microservices-based application management in cloud settings.
• Practical experience functioning within Agile development teams.

Mandatory Certifications

Applicants must hold at least one valid professional certification from the below categories and provide proof during recruitment:

• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
• Microsoft Azure DevOps Engineer Expert or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Kubernetes certifications including Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD).

Additional Skills & Attributes

• Excellent problem-solving abilities combined with effective troubleshooting skills.
• Capability to independently manage responsibilities critical to production stability.
• Strong communication and team collaboration aptitude.
• A proactive ownership approach emphasizing automation, dependability, and continuous enhancement.
• Adaptability to work effectively in a rapidly moving Agile engineering environment.