DevOps Engineer

Synechron is seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Associate in DevOps to join our dynamic technology team. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing infrastructure and deployment pipelines to support scalable, reliable, and secure business applications. You will collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to automate processes, improve system resilience, and ensure high availability across diverse environments, including on-premise, virtualized, and cloud platforms. Your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency, deployment speed, and overall system stability, aligning with our commitment to innovative technology solutions.

Must Have

• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (Bash, Python, PowerShell)
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with automation and configuration management tools (Ansible, Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Practical knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience in setting up and configuring infrastructure for business applications
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, Splunk)
• Experience with network components, connectivity, and distributed system architectures
• Design, implement, and manage scalable infrastructure
• Automate software build, deployment, configuration, and system provisioning processes
• Support development teams in onboarding to modern CI/CD pipelines
• Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance
• Assist in migration and upgrade initiatives
• Establish and maintain robust security practices
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance observability, disaster recovery, and system resilience practices
• Continuously improve deployment and operational processes
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, infrastructure automation, or related roles
• Proven experience in deploying and managing scalable, high-availability systems in cloud or hybrid environments
• Strong background in scripting, automation, and CI/CD pipeline development
• Experience working in collaborative DevOps teams using Agile methodologies

Good to Have

• Familiarity with bank's internal security standards and risk management practices
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices
• Experience with automation of application deployments across hybrid environments
• Exposure to automated testing or validation tools in deployment pipelines
• Knowledge of shell scripting and automation frameworks
• Familiarity with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments
• Experience with Helm charts and service mesh like Istio
• Infrastructure automation best practices and compliance standards
• Building custom dashboards and alerting strategies
• Exposure to banking or financial services infrastructure standards

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Associate in DevOps to join our dynamic technology team. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing infrastructure and deployment pipelines to support scalable, reliable, and secure business applications. You will collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to automate processes, improve system resilience, and ensure high availability across diverse environments, including on-premise, virtualized, and cloud platforms. Your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency, deployment speed, and overall system stability, aligning with our commitment to innovative technology solutions.

Software Requirements

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell)
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, including infrastructure provisioning and management
• Experience with automation and configuration management tools: Ansible, Terraform, or CloudFormation
• Practical knowledge of containerization technologies: Docker and container orchestration with Kubernetes
• Experience in setting up and configuring infrastructure for business applications, ensuring high availability and resilience
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and pipelines, especially Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar
• Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or Splunk
• Experience with network components, connectivity, and distributed system architectures

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with bank's internal security standards and risk management practices
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices
• Experience with automation of application deployments across hybrid environments
• Exposure to automated testing or validation tools in deployment pipelines

Overall Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable infrastructure for various applications, ensuring high availability, security, and resilience
• Automate software build, deployment, configuration, and system provisioning processes in alignment with Agile and DevOps practices
• Support development teams in onboarding to modern CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native deployment architectures
• Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance across distributed networks
• Assist in migration and upgrade initiatives to newer infrastructure or cloud environments, minimizing downtime and risk
• Establish and maintain robust security practices within deployment pipelines and infrastructure configurations
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance observability, disaster recovery, and system resilience practices
• Continuously improve deployment and operational processes by researching industry best practices and emerging technologies

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming & Automation:

• Required: Scripting languages such as Bash, Python, PowerShell
• Preferred: Knowledge of shell scripting and automation frameworks

Cloud Technologies & Infrastructure:

• Required: Deep experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) including provisioning, security, and resource management
• Preferred: Familiarity with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments

Containerization & Orchestration:

• Required: Docker for containerization, Kubernetes for orchestration
• Preferred: Experience with Helm charts and service mesh like Istio

Configuration Management & IaC:

• Required: Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
• Preferred: Infrastructure automation best practices and compliance standards

Monitoring & Logging:

• Required: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or Splunk integrations
• Preferred: Building custom dashboards and alerting strategies

Security & Networking:

• Understanding of network connectivity, VPNs, load balancers, and firewalls
• Knowledge of security best practices, including encryption, access controls, and compliance standards

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, infrastructure automation, or related roles
• Proven experience in deploying and managing scalable, high-availability systems in cloud or hybrid environments
• Strong background in scripting, automation, and CI/CD pipeline development
• Experience working in collaborative DevOps teams using Agile methodologies
• Exposure to banking or financial services infrastructure standards is a plus but not mandatory
• Alternative experience pathways: professionals with similar experience in system administration, infrastructure engineering, or cloud engineering will be considered if they demonstrate relevant skills.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Automate deployment, configuration, and scaling of applications and infrastructure components
• Manage and enhance CI/CD pipelines to streamline software releases and updates
• Monitor system performance, resolve operational issues, and implement resilience strategies
• Support migration and upgrade projects with minimal downtime and risk
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and network connectivity issues across distributed environments
• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to implement best practices
• Document infrastructure architecture, automation scripts, and operational procedures
• Participate in daily stand-ups, planning, and sprint reviews within Agile teams
• Stay current with emerging DevOps tools, practices, and industry standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer, or Terraform Associate are advantageous
• Demonstrable success in implementing cloud infrastructure, automation, and deployment best practices in enterprise or financial environments

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Effective communication and collaboration within cross-functional teams
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive learner with continuous curiosity about new tools and emerging technologies
• Focus on security, stability, and operational excellence
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving infrastructure needs and technological changes