DevOps Engineer

Position: DevOps Engineer Location: Frisco, TX (Onsite) Mode of Hire: Contract Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated DevOps Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving abilities, proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible, and experience in automating GitLab pipelines. This role requires a deep understanding of AWS and Azure cloud services, as well as expertise in shell and Python scripting. Key Responsibilities: Design, Develop, and Implement IaC : Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Ansible to ensure efficient and reliable deployment of resources. Pipeline Automation: Develop and manage GitLab CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment processes, ensuring high-quality software delivery. Cloud Management : Architect, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure on AWS and Azure. Scripting and Automation : Write and maintain shell and Python scripts to automate routine tasks, improve system efficiency, and support operational processes. Compliance Assurance: Ensure that infrastructure and deployments comply with industry standards and regulations, implementing necessary controls and documentation to maintain compliance Collaboration and Support : Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure seamless integration and deployment. Monitoring and Optimization: Implement and maintain monitoring solutions to ensure system health and performance, and proactively address potential issues. Documentation and Best Practices: Document processes, configurations, and procedures, and promote best practices in infrastructure and deployment management. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends, tools, and technologies to continuously improve the DevOps practices and infrastructure. Required Skills and Qualifications: Problem-Solving Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues efficiently. IaC Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible. CI/CD Expertise: Extensive experience with GitLab CI/CD pipeline automation. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in managing AWS and Azure cloud environments, including services like EC2, S3, RDS, Azure VMs, Azure Blob Storage, etc. Scripting Languages: Proficiency in shell scripting and Python for automation and system management tasks. Self-Motivated and Collaborative: Highly self-motivated with a strong collaborative mindset to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical concepts and solutions clearly.