DevOps Architect

Job Summary :We are seeking an experienced DevOps Architect to drive the design, implementation, and management of scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure.The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms, and infrastructure automation across multiple cloud environments along with strong leadership and mentoring Duties and Responsibilities :- Lead and manage the DevOps team to ensure reliable infrastructure and automated deployment processes.- Design, implement, and maintain highly available, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)- Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines for multiple applications and environments.- Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.- Oversee monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure system health and performance.- Collaborate with Development, QA, and Security teams to integrate DevOps best practices across the SDLC.- Lead incident management and root cause analysis for production issues.- Ensure robust security practices for infrastructure and pipelines (secrets management, vulnerability scanning, etc.)- Guide and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.- Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and processes to improve operational Qualifications Education :- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field; Master's preferred.- At least two current cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, GCP DevOps Engineer, CKA, Terraform :- 12+ years of relevant experience in DevOps, Infrastructure, or Cloud Operations.- 5+ years of experience in a technical leadership or team lead Skills & Abilities :- Expertise in at least two major cloud platform : AWS, Azure, or GCP.- Strong experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar.- Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.- Proficient in containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.- Strong knowledge of monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, CloudWatch).- Scripting knowledge in languages like Python, Bash, or Go.- Solid understanding of networking, security, and system administration.- Experience in implementing security best practices across DevOps pipelines.- Proven ability to mentor, coach, and lead technical Skills :- Experience with serverless architecture and microservices deployment.- Experience with security tools and best practices (e.g., IAM, VPNs, firewalls, cloud security posture management).- Exposure to hybrid cloud or multi-cloud environments.- Knowledge of cost optimization and cloud governance strategies.- Experience working in Agile teams and managing infrastructure in production-grade environments.- Relevant certifications (AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Expert, CKA, Conditions :- Work Arrangement : An occasionally hybrid opportunity based out of our Trivandrum office.- Travel Requirements : Occasional travel may be required for team meetings, user research, or conferences.- On-Call Requirements : Light on-call rotation may be required depending on operational needs.- Hours of Work : Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with overlap with PST required as AOT s Values :Our values guide how we work, collaborate, and grow as a team.Every role at AOT is expected to embody and promote these values :- Innovation : We pursue true innovation by solving problems and meeting unarticulated needs.- Integrity : We hold ourselves to high ethical standards and never compromise.- Ownership : We are all responsible for our shared long-term success.- Agility : We stay ready to adapt to change and deliver results.- Collaboration : We believe collaboration and knowledge-sharing fuel innovation and success.- Empowerment : We support our people so they can bring the best of themselves to work every day. (ref:hirist.tech)