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Texas, United States (Hybrid)

DevOps Architect

1 Month ago • 10-18 Years • DevOps

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aws

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redis

python

terraform

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Job Description

Ness Digital Engineering seeks a DevOps Architect with 10+ years' experience to lead AWS cloud, VMware infrastructure, and DevSecOps services. Responsibilities include architecting global hybrid cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes administration and automation, security and network architecture, and ensuring system reliability. The role requires expertise in hybrid cloud platforms, Kubernetes, containerization, and security best practices. The architect will collaborate with various teams, define enterprise standards, and drive architectural transformations. The position involves leading initiatives to enhance system reliability and operational excellence, working with both internal and external stakeholders.

Must have:

Hybrid cloud expertise (AWS, VMware)
Kubernetes administration (Rancher, EKS)
Network security & architecture design
DevOps & CI/CD pipeline implementation
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Reliability engineering & incident response

Good to have:

Multi-cloud experience (Azure, GCP)
Compliance standards (e.g., finance, healthcare)
Scripting (Bash, Python, Terraform)
Technical presentation & proposal skills

Description

Position at Ness USA, Inc.

Ness Digital Engineering is seeking a dynamic professional with 10+ years of experience to fill the role of Architect . In this pivotal position, you will lead the charge in steering the AWS cloud, VMWare Infrastructure, and DevSecOps services at Ness, with a primary focus on next-generation product innovation, core competency enhancement, and capability building across diverse geographical locations.

Job Requirements:

Shared Infrastructure Focus Areas:

Hands-on experience with hybrid cloud platforms, including Kubernetes (Rancher, AWS EKS, or similar), containers, VMs, Kafka, Apache Flink/Spark, EDB PostgreSQL, Redis Cache, S3/Cloudian, Apigee, or equivalent technologies.
Expertise in designing and managing hybrid cloud environments across AWS and VMware, with a focus on workload portability, network infrastructure, and security.

Responsibilities:

Architecting Global Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure:

Design and implement global enterprise networking operations for hybrid cloud environments.
Lead the architectural transformation from current to future state by addressing gaps in networking, security, and shared infrastructure.
Establish enterprise standards for network and shared infrastructure architecture, including security, scalability, and compliance.

2. Kubernetes Administration and Automation:

Oversee the design, setup, and management of Kubernetes clusters using Rancher, AWS EKS, or similar services, including deployment of CIS benchmarks, CSI drivers, ingress controllers, and reverse proxies.
Drive adoption of Kubernetes-based architectures to improve system scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
Promote DevOps and GitOps principles for containerized and hybrid cloud workloads.

3. Security and Network Architecture:

Define and enforce network segmentation, isolation, and security policies.
Implement security measures for hybrid environments, covering encryption, access control, and compliance.
Ensure infrastructure and network designs comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2, HIPAA).

4.Reliability and Operational Excellence:

Lead initiatives to enhance system reliability through monitoring, alerting, and incident response processes.
Develop and execute business continuity strategies, including high availability (HA), disaster recovery (DR), and backup/restore plans.
Promote automation-first mindsets in network automation, compliance, and security management.

5. Advisory and Cross-Functional Leadership:

Act as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders, providing guidance on hybrid cloud solutions, shared infrastructure, and Kubernetes architecture.
Collaborate with product owners, engineering teams, and senior management to integrate security, reliability, and scalability into development lifecycles.
Develop customer-facing artifacts, such as proofs of concept, best practices, and technical white papers.

Skills Required

18+ years of experience in global enterprise networking operations, data center management, and hybrid cloud services.
Strong background in AWS and VMware hybrid cloud environments with expertise in compute, network, storage, and security services.
10+ years of experience in designing and implementing network segmentation, workload isolation, routing, and DNS subdomain management.
10+ years in Kubernetes administration, including Rancher, AWS EKS, and other orchestration tools, with hands-on experience deploying CIS benchmarks, CSI drivers, ingress controllers, and observability stacks.
Deep knowledge of cloud security principles, encryption, and access control in hybrid environments.
Proven experience in promoting and implementing DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and Python.

Certifications:

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty
VMware NSX-T Certification
Kubernetes Certified Administrator (CKA) or Kubernetes Certified Security Specialist (CKS)
CISSP, CISM, or equivalent for security.
Experience with shared infrastructure services, including Kafka, Redis Cache, and API gateways like Apigee.
Knowledge of reliability engineering practices: monitoring, alerting, incident response, and performance tuning.

Nice-to-Have Skills

Familiarity with multi-cloud strategies using AWS, Azure, and GCP.
Experience implementing compliance standards in industries with strict regulations (e.g., finance, healthcare).
Proficiency in scripting and automation tools, such as Bash, Python, and Terraform.
Experience conducting technical presentations, whiteboarding sessions, and delivering proposals to both technical and business stakeholders.

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