Cokonet Academy is looking for a skilled and passionate AWS / DevOps Trainer to deliver practical, industry-oriented training in cloud computing, infrastructure automation, containerisation, and DevOps practices.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on expertise in AWS cloud services, Linux administration, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud security. The candidate must be capable of translating complex technical concepts into practical demonstrations, real-world projects, and hands-on learning experiences that prepare learners for careers in Cloud Engineering and DevOps.

We are looking for someone who believes in practical implementation, interactive learning, and industry-relevant skill development rather than theory-only classroom delivery.

Key Responsibilities1. Technical Training and Delivery

- Deliver structured, practical training sessions on AWS, cloud computing, and DevOps.
- Explain technical concepts through live demonstrations, hands-on labs, case studies, and real-world scenarios.
- Train learners to configure, deploy, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain cloud infrastructure.
- Develop lesson plans, presentations, practical exercises, assignments, and assessments.
- Adapt training methods to accommodate learners with different levels of technical knowledge.

2. AWS Cloud Training

- Train learners in core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, RDS, Elastic Load Balancing, Auto Scaling, Route 53, CloudWatch, and CloudTrail.
- Demonstrate cloud networking, security, storage, backup, and disaster recovery practices.
- Guide learners in deploying secure, scalable, and highly available applications.
- Explain AWS cost management, resource optimisation, and cloud architecture best practices.

3. DevOps Tools and Technologies

- Train learners in Linux administration, shell scripting, Git, and GitHub.
- Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
- Teach Docker containerisation and Kubernetes orchestration.
- Demonstrate Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation.
- Introduce configuration management, monitoring, logging, troubleshooting, and DevSecOps practices.

4. Practical Projects and Assessments

- Design, guide, and evaluate industry-oriented projects and capstone assignments.
- Conduct hands-on troubleshooting exercises, deployment simulations,



and infrastructure failure scenarios.
- Assess learners through practical tests, technical assignments, project reviews, and mock interviews.
- Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback to improve technical competency.

5. Career and Placement Support

- Prepare learners for AWS certification examinations and technical interviews.
- Conduct technical assessments, mock interviews, and resume-building sessions.
- Guide learners in building technical portfolios and documenting projects on GitHub.
- Support placement activities through technical screening and interview preparation.

6. Academic Coordination

- Collaborate with the academic team to keep the curriculum aligned with current industry requirements.
- Contribute to curriculum improvements, course restructuring, and AI-enabled learning initiatives.
- Maintain training schedules, attendance records, assessment reports, and course documentation.
- Continuously improve training quality based on learner feedback, performance, and assessment outcomes.

Required Technical Skills

AWS and Cloud Computing

- AWS core services: EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, RDS, load balancing, Auto Scaling, and monitoring.
- Cloud networking, security, high availability, backup, and disaster recovery.
- AWS CLI, CloudFormation, and cloud cost optimisation.

DevOps and Automation

- Linux administration and Bash scripting.
- Git and GitHub.
- Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
- Docker and Kubernetes.
- Terraform and Infrastructure as Code.
- CI/CD automation, monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting.

Additional Skills

- Python or another scripting language.
- Networking fundamentals, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, and security principles.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and AI-assisted development workflows.

Required Competencies

- Strong technical communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to simplify complex technical concepts and explain them clearly.
- A practical, project-oriented, and interactive approach to training.
- Strong troubleshooting,



analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to mentor learners, assess technical progress, and manage classroom activities.
- Willingness to collaborate with academic, operations, and placement teams.

Qualifications and Certifications

- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
- AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate or equivalent certification is an advantage.
- Kubernetes or Terraform certifications are desirable.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience building, deploying, and maintaining AWS infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines is highly valued.

Certifications are desirable; practical implementation expertise and the ability to train effectively are essential.

Experience Requirements

- Preferred: 4–5 years of relevant experience in AWS, DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or technical training.
- Candidates with strong technical projects, demonstrable hands-on expertise, and a valuable learning portfolio may be considered for junior trainer opportunities.
- Previous experience in technical training, mentoring, or guiding learners is an advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Training quality and timely syllabus completion.
- Learner attendance, engagement, and assessment performance.
- Quality and completion of practical projects.
- Learner satisfaction and feedback.
- Certification readiness and examination outcomes.
- Placement readiness and learner employment outcomes.
- Timely curriculum updates and academic documentation.

What We Offer

- An opportunity to work with an industry-focused IT training team.
- Scope to develop hands-on labs, real-world projects, and advanced learning modules.
- Opportunities for continuous technical learning and professional development.
- A collaborative environment focused on practical learning, learner success, and employability.

Job Location: Ulloor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Work Mode: Work from Office
Employment Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ulloor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

- Industry / Teaching: 4 years (Required)

Language:

- Fluent English (Required)
- Malayalam (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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