Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS)

Description

Summary: As a Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS), you will architect secure, scalable AWS infrastructure, own IaC with Terraform and CloudFormation, and manage Docker and Kubernetes ecosystems. Highlights: 1. Architect and implement cloud infrastructure using best practices 2. Automate and manage deployment pipelines for cloud-based applications 3. Provide mentorship and technical direction to team members We are delivering secure, scalable AWS infrastructure that enables automated delivery and dependable operations across multiple business initiatives. In the Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS) position, you will own IaC with Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, support Docker and Kubernetes ecosystems, and keep CI/CD running smoothly—apply today. **Responsibilities** * Architect cloud infrastructure and implement it using best practices * Automate and manage deployment pipelines for cloud\-based applications * Observe system performance and troubleshoot problems to sustain reliability * Collaborate with development and operations teams to support the application lifecycle * Maintain container orchestration platforms and optimize them for day\-to\-day operations * Apply security measures and ensure compliance across cloud environments * Develop and maintain infrastructure as code to drive consistent deployments * Provide mentorship and technical direction to team members * Create documentation for procedures, configurations, and processes to support knowledge sharing **Requirements** * Minimum 3 years of practical experience working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) * Proficiency with Docker and container\-based application packaging * Experience administering container orchestration platforms, including Kubernetes, Helm, or Apache Mesos * Strong Python and Bash scripting skills for automation, tooling, and operational tasks * Solid background in Linux system administration * Familiarity with CI/CD tooling such as Jenkins, Atlassian Bamboo, or GitLab CI for automated workflows * Experience with Oracle RDBMS and MySQL relational databases * Knowledge of Windows system administration concepts and practices * Expertise with Terraform and AWS CloudFormation for infrastructure as code * Experience with configuration management tools including Ansible, Chef, Puppet, or SaltStack * Excellent English communication skills (B2\+ Upper\-Intermediate or higher), written and spoken **Nice to have** * AWS certifications that confirm advanced cloud expertise **We offer** * International projects with top brands * Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers * Healthcare benefits * Employee financial programs * Paid time off and sick leave * Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses * Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000\+ courses * Global career opportunities * Volunteer and community involvement opportunities * EPAM Employee Groups * Award\-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn