Cloud Operations Engineer

Do you want to join an international cloud operations team responsible for best-in-class next generation cloud solutions? If so, Configit is looking for a Cloud Operations Engineer to join our Chennai Cloud Operations team, actively collaborating with Configit team members in Europe and USA.

Configit is driving innovation in Configuration Lifecycle Management (CLM) and is trusted by many big international companies for their mission-critical functions. Due to our success, we are growing our next generation Cloud Operations team and seeking a 
Cloud Operations Engineer
to join our team at Chennai (hosted by Kedge Systems Private Limited, at Navalur, Chennai.).

Purpose:

• The role will be responsible for the daily operation of the cloud solutions provided to our customers – specific with focus on backup and disaster recovery.
• You will be supporting the Technical Manager on cloud solutions, offerings, requirements, security, and standards.
• You will be advising & sparring together with the rest of the cloud operations team, on best practice and requirements for Configit Cloud Operations.

Responsibilities:

• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters in cloud environments
• Maintain and operate cloud environments on Azure
• Secure Configit Cloud solution with well-documented procedures
• Working closely together with the architect to professionalize our solutions to the next level by providing feedback on the scripts designed by the Cloud Operation team
• Ensure client operation and meet promised customer SLA's

Additional Responsibilities:

• Regular day to day decisions around operating cloud environments.
• Participate on equal level with improvement ideas and design changes as the rest of the team

Experience:

• Professional background with 2+ years of experience in Azure cloud components
• Good experience with Microsoft Azure or AWS
• Knowledge of Kubernetes is must
• Working knowledge in DevOps Pipelines
• Experience with SQL and No SQL based databases.
• Experience with Web Application Development lifecycle
• Experience with project delivery to end-customers

Technical Skills:

• Bachelor or Master's in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, or similar
• PowerShell knowledge and experience

Personal Qualities:

• Excellent documentation and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication (written and verbal) skills in English
• Abilities of a fast learner and desire to stay current with technology and best practices
• A pragmatic approach and a resourceful individual with desire to assist, engage and provide high-level service
• Ability to effectively balance multiple on-going activities
• Flexibility and commitment (Be available outside office hours in case of extremely critical issue resolution)

Other desirable factors:

• Professional background with 2+ years of experience in infrastructure architecture and Azure cloud components
• ITIL and/or Scrum experience
• Experience with Microsoft LogAnalytics
• Experience working with Java and C# (is an advantage)
• Experience with Visual Studio, TeamCity, Continuous Integration, Git & GitHub (is an advantage)

Expected Results:

• Deliver deployment environments for our business units' projects
• Assisting Support with ticket solutions
• Assist on project start-up's with knowledge on sizing and structure based on the framework provided
• Participate in presales meeting after 6-9 months of employment
• Participate in Status meeting with key customers
• Operating and assisting Delivery with ongoing projects
• Being responsible for the operation of solutions after go-live

In Configit, we value diversity of background, gender, age and thought among our employees. Your unique talents and experience will be welcomed in our environment. Configit values talent development and dedicates both time and resources for employees in their professional career. Come be part of our exciting team