Senior Linux/AWS DevOps Engineer

Senior Linux/AWS DevOps Engineer We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer with expertise in Linux administration and cloud infrastructure management. This role involves hands-on work in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure, as well as overseeing Linux administration tasks. Responsibilities Performing Linux system administration tasks such as installation, configuration, and maintenance Designing and managing scalable cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance Automating software installation, configuration, and maintenance for cloud deployments Monitoring infrastructure and application performance, and troubleshooting issues as they arise Ensuring compliance with security standards and implementing mitigation plans for vulnerabilities Developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, and automating routine operational tasks Collaborating with Enterprise Architect to translate cloud strategies into detailed designs and Proof of Concepts (PoC) Working closely with development and operation teams to optimize performance and efficiency Basic Qualifications 15 years of IT experience with at least 5 years in configuring and automating private, public, and hybrid cloud architecture Proficiency in AWS and OCI platforms, with a deep understanding of networking, security, workload types, migration patterns, and associated tools 10 years of hands-on experience in Linux administration, particularly in RHEL and Oracle Enterprise Linux (OEL), with a deep understanding of Linux internals Strong experience in Docker and Kubernetes configuration for containerization & orchestration 5 years of experience in Ansible, CloudFormation, and Terraform for automating infrastructure provisioning and management Extensive experience (5 years) implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitLab or Jenkins, enhancing software delivery processes Strong scripting skills in Bash and Python for automation, monitoring, and management tasks Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and strong knowledge of security best practices, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems Experience with programming languages including Java; Node.js is a plus Good understanding of distributed systems and ecosystems related to big data Preferred Qualifications Hands-on role in architecture, design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure along with Linux administration Compensation: The estimated pay range for this position is USD $85.00/hr - $91.50/hr and is an Exempt role. Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit options which vary depending on role, location, and employment type. The Talent Acquisition Partner can share more details about compensation or benefits for the specific role during the hiring process.