Job Description
Overview
Our client is looking for an experienced Cloud DevOps Engineer with a proven track record of deploying enterprise-scale Cloud platforms. The ideal candidate is a curious, results-driven professional who values collaboration and is committed to delivering high-quality, maintainable solutions. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with cutting-edge Cloud tools and platforms, thrives on opportunities to learn and grow, and believes in fostering a strong team culture while contributing to collective success. This is a permanent remote first position.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor polyglot development teams to build scalable, secure Cloud platforms.
- Design and deploy production-grade environments using Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Certifications are preferred for this role
- Develop infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Flux, and Argo, and automate deployments with GitOps practices.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.
- Build and deploy containerized services with Docker and Kubernetes.
- Conduct automated testing for infrastructure and Cloud configuration artifacts to ensure code quality.
- Monitor and troubleshoot services using CNCF tools like Prometheus, Fluentd, and Jaeger.
- Communicate effectively with team members and clients to advocate for best practices and innovative ideas.
- Collaborate within lean/agile/Scrum teams to deliver robust solutions while adhering to CI/CD principles.
Qualifications and Skills
- 8+ years of experience as a platform engineer or software developer.
- Proven expertise in designing and deploying enterprise-grade environments on GCP, Azure, or AWS (professional certifications are preferred).
- Experience with IaC and GitOps tools (e.g., Terraform, Flux, Argo).
- Proficiency in build automation tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
- Strong understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with CNCF projects, including Prometheus, Fluentd, and Jaeger.
- A commitment to quality through automated testing and iterative development (code, test, refactor).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Eligible for security clearance.