Senior DevOps Advisor / Engineer (AI-Driven Optimization) : Role Overview : We are seeking a high-caliber Senior DevOps Advisor / Engineer to join our AI-driven cloud optimization platform team. In this role, you will not only architect and manage enterprise-scale cloud environments but also serve as a critical "Human-in-the-loop" advisor. You will collaborate with sophisticated Agentic AI systems to analyze infrastructure, validate automated recommendations, and drive global cloud cost optimization strategies.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned DevOps professional to lead at the intersection of Cloud Engineering, FinOps, and Artificial Intelligence.

- Key Responsibilities :

- AI Advisory & Validation : Act as a senior advisor supervising AI-driven infrastructure insights. Critically analyze and validate AI-generated recommendations for cloud architecture, security, and cost.
- Agentic AI Integration : Implement and optimize the use of Agentic AI tools (Claude, GitHub Copilot, Codex) within the DevOps lifecycle to automate IaC generation, documentation, and troubleshooting.
- Cloud Optimization & FinOps : Lead enterprise-wide cost analysis and optimization initiatives. Utilize tools like AWS Cost Explorer and Azure Cost Management to implement rightsizing, autoscaling, and waste reduction strategies.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) : Architect and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure using Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
- AIOps Leadership : Improve AI decision-making systems through continuous feedback, tuning, and rigorous technical validation.
- Stakeholder Communication :



Translate complex technical insights and AI-driven recommendations into business-friendly advisory reports for executive stakeholders.

- Required Technical Skills :

- Experience : 8-15 years in DevOps, SRE, or Cloud Engineering roles (Consulting/Advisory experience is a strong plus).
- Cloud Platforms : Expert-level proficiency in AWS , Azure , or GCP .
- Agentic AI Proficiency : Hands-on experience using Claude 3.5/Opus , GitHub Copilot , and Codex to enhance engineering productivity and automate complex tasks.
- Containerization : Mastery of Kubernetes (EKS/AKS/GKE), Docker, and Helm.
- CI/CD : Deep experience designing end-to-end CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions).
- Cost Management Tools : Advanced knowledge of FinOps practices and cloud billing analysis tools.
- Security : Strong understanding of cloud security best practices, compliance frameworks, and automated security gating.

- Key Traits for Success :

- Critical Thinking : The ability to challenge AI-generated outputs and ensure they meet enterprise security and reliability standards.
- Analytical Mindset : Expert at interpreting data-driven insights to make strategic infrastructure decisions.
- Adaptability : Passion for staying at the forefront of AI-assisted operations (AIOps) and emerging DevOps technologies.

- Education & Certifications :

- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Preferred : AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Qualified, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), and FinOps Certified Practitioner.

📌 Senior DevOps Advisor (Hyderabad)
🏢 Athena
📍 Hyderabad