Mandatory Skills - Devops, Cloud, Python, Terraform, Python Workflows, Scripting, GCP Devops / AWS / Azure
Nice to Have - Python Scripts, Cloud (GCP/Azure/AWS) GitHUB Actions, CI-CD
Location - Hyderabad/Bangalore/Chennai/Pune/Noida/Gurgaon
A seasoned and forward-thinking Infrastructure & DevOps Engineer with deep expertise in designing scalable, resilient, and automated infrastructure solutions. This role operates in a high-performing team of engineers responsible for building and maintaining modern DevOps ecosystems, leveraging Infrastructure as Code (IaC), container orchestration, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native technologies. The ideal candidate combines solid technical acumen with leadership capabilities to drive innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the infrastructure landscape in a 16X5 Rotational Shift Model.
Primary Responsibilities:
Design and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform
Automate operational tasks using Python and other scripting languages
Leverage AI tools and AIOps to optimize operations and reduce manual overhead
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps
Implement Agentic DevOps practices to enhance automation and decision-making
Monitor infrastructure using Prometheus, Grafana, and Datadog; lead incident response and root cause analysis
Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
Use Ansible or Chef for configuration management and provisioning
Manage cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud,
ensuring cost-efficiency and scalability
Automate machine image creation using Packer for consistent environments
Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure seamless software delivery
Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices across the team
Lead system integration projects and consult with stakeholders to align infrastructure with business goals
Provide training and support on new systems and technologies
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies
Adhere to company policies and demonstrate flexibility in adapting to evolving business needs
Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work setting, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so
Qualifications - External
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Certifications in Kubernetes, Terraform, or any public cloud platform like AWS, Azure, or GCP
10+ years of experience in a DevOps role or similar
CI/CD Pipelines: Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.)
Experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture
Version Control: Experience with Git and branching strategies
DevOps Tools: Solid experience with tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, Packer, and Consul
System Implementation & Integration: Proven experience in system implementation and integration projects
Monitoring & Logging: Knowledge of monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog) and logging tools (e.g., ELK Stack)
Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP services. Proven experience implementing Public Cloud Services using Terraform within Terraform Enterprise or HCP Terraform
Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python and experience with other scripting languages (e.g., Bash)
Infrastructure as Code: Proficiency in tools like Terraform and Ansible. Proven experience in authoring Terraform and shared Terraform Modules
Consulting Skills: Proven ability to consult with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide expert advice
Soft Skills:
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Ability to work in an agile and fast-paced environment
📌 Senior Devops Engineer - GCP Devops, Python, Terraform & Scripting (Kanpur)
🏢 Optum
📍 Kanpur