Description:
NXT GIG is seeking an AWS DevOps Consultant to join our team and provide expert guidance on implementing and optimizing DevOps practices using Amazon Web Services (AWS). In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and deploy scalable and reliable cloud infrastructures, automate deployments, and enhance the overall software development lifecycle. Your expertise will help foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement while ensuring best practices for security and performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in AWS tools and services, as well as experience in implementing DevOps workflows. If you're ready to take on challenges in a forward-thinking company, we invite you to apply to NXT GIG.
Responsibilities
- Consult on and implement AWS solutions in line with DevOps principles, ensuring optimized performance and security.
- Automate application deployments and processes using tools like AWS CodeDeploy, CodePipeline, and Terraform.
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines within AWS environments.
- Monitor application performance and conduct troubleshooting of production issues across AWS services.
- Provide training and mentorship to team members on best practices for AWS DevOps.
- Stay informed about AWS service updates and emerging technologies to suggest improvements.
- Document architectural designs, processes, and operational procedures for reference and compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an AWS DevOps Consultant or in a similar role with expertise in AWS.
- Strong knowledge of AWS services, such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS.
- Experience with CI/CD tools and practices for automating deployment and testing.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a strong advantage.