DevOps / Cloud Automation Engineer (AWS)

Job Description

Contract Type: Freelance (RO) SRL or PFA/Remote

Location: Remote (RO)

Contracting period: 12 months

Role Overview

We are looking for a forward-thinking DevOps / Cloud Automation Engineer to design, build, and maintain our next-generation automated cloud infrastructure. In this role, you will be the driving force behind our GitHub-based workflows, ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient operations on the AWS stack. If you have an "automation-first" mindset and a passion for shift-left practices, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• CI/CD Leadership: Design and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Workflows to streamline build and deployment processes.
• Infrastructure Automation: Provision and manage cloud resources using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), focusing on scalability and optimization.
• AWS Operations: Deploy and operate cloud-native applications within the AWS ecosystem, ensuring high availability and peak performance.
• Process Engineering: Automate operational tasks and Change Management processes to reduce manual intervention and improve delivery speed.
• Collaborative Innovation: Work closely with Dev, Sec, and Ops teams to implement Shift-Left strategies and drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Resilience & Security: Contribute to cloud security posture, resilience testing (FIS), and disaster recovery strategies.

Qualifications & Skills

Must-Have (Technical Essentials):

• GitHub Expert: Deep experience with GitHub Actions and complex GitHub Workflows.
• AWS Mastery: Solid hands-on knowledge of core AWS services (EC2, S3, IAM, Networking) and cloud-native deployments.
• Build Automation: Proven track record in managing automated build environments and CI/CD-driven lifecycles.

Should-Have (Preferred Skills):

• IaC: Strong proficiency with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning.
• App Dev Context: Experience with API development/integration using Java, Maven, and Spring Boot.
• Serverless: Expertise in AWS Lambda, specifically for Python-based automation scripts.
• Architecture: Clear understanding of cloud-native application patterns and microservices.

Nice-to-Have (Bonus Points):

• Internal Platforms: Familiarity with Internal Developer Platforms (IDP).
• ITSM Integration: Experience integrating CI/CD pipelines with ServiceNow for automated Change Management.
• Advanced Security: Background in Cybersecurity or proactive security measures (DevSecOps).
• Chaos Engineering: Knowledge of resilience frameworks and AWS FIS (Fault Injection Simulator).

What We Value

• Automation-First Mindset: You don't just fix problems; you automate the solution.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on long-term reliability.
• Team Synergy: Ability to collaborate across departments to drive high-impact results.
• Quality Focus: A dedication to security, scalability, and high-quality documentation.