AWS DevOps Engineer

What makes Cognizant a unique place to work? The combination of rapid growth and an international and innovative environment! This is creating many opportunities for people like YOU — people with an entrepreneurial spirit who want to make a difference in this world.

At Cognizant, together with your colleagues from all around the world, you will collaborate on creating solutions for the world's leading companies and help them become more flexible, more innovative, and successful. Moreover, this is your chance to be part of the success story.

The Role

We are seeking multiple experienced AWS DevOps Engineers to join our Consulting team and enhance our cloud infrastructure capabilities. This role requires proficient professionals who can design, implement, and manage cloud solutions, ensuring they are efficient, secure, and aligned with our strategic objectives. Ideal candidates will have robust experience in cloud technologies and financial operations related to cloud services.

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Solutions Design and Management: Deploy robust cloud solutions across multiple platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP). Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of all cloud infrastructures.
• Cost Management and FinOps: Apply financial operations strategies to optimize cloud spending and utilization. Analyze cloud expenditures, forecast costs, and implement cost-saving measures.
• Automation and CI/CD: Develop and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployments. Use automation tools to reduce manual overhead and increase operational efficiency.
• Security and Compliance: Implement and monitor cloud security best practices and compliance protocols to safeguard data and meet regulatory requirements.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance, resolve issues, and propose enhancements to improve service availability and functionality.
• Team Collaboration and Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with IT teams to integrate cloud solutions into the broader infrastructure. Effectively communicate cloud strategies and technical solutions to a variety of stakeholders.
  
  

Key Experience Required

• Deep expertise in cloud environments including AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Strong experience with cloud financial management and FinOps practices.
• Proficient in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledgeable in cloud security frameworks, compliance standards, and best practices.
• Skilled in scripting and automation with tools like Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
  
  

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in cloud engineering or architecture.
• Relevant certifications in AWS, Azure or GCP are preferred.
• Additional qualifications or experience in cloud financial operations are highly valued.
  
  

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive approach to improving cloud infrastructures and operations.
• This position offers the opportunity to lead challenging projects, drive innovation, and promote excellence within a vibrant and supportive environment.