Systems Engineer - AWS Cloud Solutions (DevSecOps)

Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Engineer with expertise in AWS cloud solutions and a passion for developing innovative tools. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in cloud system engineering and a strong understanding of DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement cloud-native solutions using AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AWS services effectively across the organization.
• Utilize CI/CD methodologies and automation tools (like GitHub and TeamCity) to streamline development processes.
• Apply DevOps/SRE best practices, focusing on logging, monitoring, and security of cloud services.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as CloudFormation and Terraform to enhance deployment consistency and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain tools and services to monitor and secure cloud environments (e.g., AWS Config, AWS CloudWatch).
• Provide guidance on the use of scripting/programming languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation tasks.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving production issues while improving system reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices in cloud architecture and operations.

Technical Skills:

• AWS Infrastructure: Proficient understanding of AWS services and solutions including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.
• CI/CD & Automation: Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools (GitHub Actions, TeamCity).
• DevOps/SRE Best Practices: Knowledge in logging, monitoring, and security protocols for cloud environments.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Familiarity with CloudFormation, Terraform, Lambda, and AWS CodeBuild/CodePipeline.
• Cloud Security and Monitoring: Experience with AWS Config, AWS CloudWatch, Splunk, AWS Security Hub, and AWS GuardDuty.
• Scripting & Programming: Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python) and strong experience with Windows/Linux server environments.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in cloud engineering, system engineering, or similar fields.
• Demonstrated experience developing AWS tools and services tailored to complex environments.

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Collaborate with development and operations teams on cloud deployment strategies.
• Monitor system performance metrics and apply preventive measures to enhance reliability.
• Create and manage documentation for cloud architecture, processes, and best practices.
• Address and troubleshoot issues arising from infrastructure and application deployments.
• Regularly participate in team meetings to discuss project progress and areas of improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) is highly desirable.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Adaptability to changing technology landscapes and willingness to learn new tools.
• Proactive attitude towards identifying and addressing potential system vulnerabilities.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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