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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Manager with a strong background in DevOps, AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker to lead our DevOps team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing DevOps operations, implementing best practices, and driving automation and efficiency in software development and deployment processes. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership abilities, and excellent organizational skills to ensure the successful delivery of projects and the smooth operation of our infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of DevOps engineers. Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Provide guidance and support to team members in their professional development.
DevOps Strategy and Implementation: Develop and implement DevOps strategies and practices. Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines. Ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our infrastructure.
Cloud Infrastructure Management: Manage and optimize our AWS infrastructure. Implement best practices for cost management, security, and performance. Oversee the deployment and operation of applications in the cloud.
Containerization and Orchestration: Lead the adoption and management of containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes. Ensure the efficient deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications.
Automation and Scripting: Drive automation efforts across the development and deployment processes. Implement and maintain automation scripts and tools for infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring.
Monitoring and Incident Management: Implement and manage monitoring, logging, and alerting systems. Ensure proactive identification and resolution of issues. Lead incident response efforts and conduct post-mortem analyses.
Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with software development, QA, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of applications. Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress, risks, and issues.
Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce security best practices across the infrastructure. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive documentation of infrastructure, processes, and configurations. Prepare and present reports on system performance, incidents, and project outcomes.

Required Skills And Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degrees and relevant certifications are a plus.
Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.). Extensive experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes). Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.).
DevOps Tools: Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, etc.). Knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet). Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience in troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues and implementing effective solutions.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with other cloud platforms (Google Cloud, Azure).
Knowledge of microservices architecture and service mesh technologies (Istio, Linkerd).
Familiarity with database management systems (SQL, NoSQL).
Understanding of network security principles and best practices.

Skills: devops,aws,kubernetes,docker

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