Devops Lead

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead DevOps Engineer with Solution Architect expertise to manage end-to-end infrastructure projects across cloud, hybrid, and dedicated server environments. This role demands hands-on experience with WHM/cPanel, OpenPanel, load balancers, and deep knowledge of modern DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will also lead a team of DevOps engineers, drive technical excellence, and serve as the go-to expert for scalable, secure, and high-availability infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

DevOps & Infrastructure Management

· Architect, implement, and maintain scalable infrastructure solutions across cloud and dedicated server environments.

· Manage hosting infrastructure including WHM/cPanel, OpenPanel, Apache/Nginx, MySQL, DNS, mail servers, and firewalls.

· Design and configure load balancing strategies using HAProxy, NGINX, or cloud-native load balancers.

· Automate provisioning, configuration, deployment, and monitoring using tools like Ansible, Terraform, CI/CD (Jenkins, GitLab CI).

· Ensure infrastructure reliability, security, and disaster recovery processes are in place.

Solution Architecture

· Translate business and application requirements into robust infrastructure blueprints.

· Lead design reviews and architectural discussions for client and internal projects.

· Create documentation and define architectural best practices for hosting and DevOps.

Team Management & Leadership

· Lead and mentor a team of DevOps engineers across multiple projects.

· Allocate resources, manage project timelines, and ensure successful delivery.

· Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

· Conduct performance reviews, provide training, and support career development of team members.

Monitoring, Security & Optimization

· Set up and maintain observability systems (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Zabbix).

· Conduct performance tuning, cost optimization, and environment hardening.

· Ensure compliance with internal policies and external standards (ISO, GDPR, SOC2, etc.).

Required Skills & Experience:

· 8+ years of experience in DevOps, systems engineering, or cloud infrastructure management.

· 3+ years of experience in team leadership or technical management.

· Proven expertise in hosting infrastructure, including WHM/cPanel, OpenPanel, Plesk, DNS, and mail configurations.

· Strong experience with Linux servers, networking, security, and automation scripting (Bash, Python).

· Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.

· Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Docker/Kubernetes, and version control (Git).

· Familiarity with load balancing, high availability, and failover strategies.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, RHCE, CKA, or Linux Foundation Certified Engineer.

· Experience in IT services or hosting/cloud consulting environments.

· Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS).

· Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps lifecycle management tools.

Why Join Us?

· Be a key part of infrastructure leadership in a rapidly growing IT services company.

· Work with cutting-edge DevOps tools and enterprise-scale hosting infrastructure.

· Lead a high-performing DevOps team with opportunities for strategic influence and innovation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to ₹2,100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person