Cloud Engineer

Job Title: Cloud Developer Location: Thiruvanthapuram or Pune Experience: 10+ years Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Cloud Developer with strong expertise in public cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) to design, develop, and optimize secure, scalable, and compliant cloud platforms. The role involves building next-generation infrastructure and landing zones, enabling DevOps teams to leverage advanced cloud capabilities with seamless integration of DevSecOps and FinOps. Roles & Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms aligned with organizational goals. Build and manage landing zones and cloud infrastructure using IaC (Terraform, Ansible, Crossplane). Develop and optimize APIs and cloud-native resources to support platform engineering. Lead Kubernetes (AKS/EKS) deployments, including controller development and lifecycle management. Contribute to cross-plane framework development for advanced platform engineering. Implement CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Groovy, and ArgoCD. Integrate monitoring, observability, and security using tools such as Dynatrace and Sonar. Partner with DevOps and security teams to deliver fully compliant and secured platforms. Drive innovation in cloud automation and platform engineering practices. Collaborate in Agile teams, ensuring continuous improvement and delivery. Years of Experience: 10–15 years of overall IT experience. Minimum 8+ years of hands-on public cloud experience (AWS/Azure). 8+ years of IaC/Terraform/Ansible experience. 5+ years of cloud resource/API development. 4+ years of Kubernetes AKS/EKS/controller development. 2+ years of Crossplane framework experience. 8+ years of DevOps tools experience (Jenkins, GitHub, Groovy). Educational Qualification & Certifications (Optional): Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Certifications in AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, or DevOps (preferred). Skill Set Required: Must have: Extensive knowledge of public cloud architecture (AWS/Azure). Strong experience in cloud infrastructure/platform/landing zone development. IaC expertise with Terraform, Ansible, and Crossplane. Cloud resource/API development. Kubernetes AKS/EKS and controller development. DevOps toolchain experience with Jenkins, GitHub, Groovy, ArgoCD. Hands-on programming skills in Python, Golang, and Bash. Strong understanding of cloud security, compliance, and automation. Nice to have: Knowledge of Agile methodology. Experience with monitoring tools like Dynatrace. Familiarity with DevSecOps and FinOps integration practices. About SMC Squared: At SMC Squared, people are the foundation of our success. We help leading US and multinational companies accelerate digital transformation by building and managing Global Capability Centres with fully integrated, strategically aligned, and valued teams. Our people-first approach creates opportunities for talented professionals to grow, contribute, and thrive, while enabling organizations to scale intelligently. As part of Hexaware Technologies—a global leader in IT, BPO, and consulting—we deliver greater value through enhanced digital capabilities, automation platforms, and a shared commitment to people-centric transformation. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven company where your ideas matter, your work makes a global impact, and your career can reach new heights. EEO Statement: SMC Squared is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. If you are a creative individual with a passion for design and a drive to contribute to impactful projects, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.