Devops Engineer

Job Description ·       We are seeking an experienced DevOps & Automation Lead to drive the design, implementation, and operationalization of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation solutions. ·       The successful candidate will lead the development of automation frameworks, manage DevOps platforms, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, and infrastructure reliability. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design, implementation, and management of DevOps and automation solutions across non-production and production environments. • Manage the setup, configuration, and administration of automation platforms including Ansible, Terraform, Chef, and GitLab. • Gather automation requirements from operations teams and guide DevOps Engineers in developing automation playbooks following coding standards and best practices. • Develop, maintain, and deploy Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) playbooks to automate infrastructure provisioning and operational processes. • Design and implement CI/CD pipelines to support automated application and infrastructure deployments. • Perform code versioning, automated testing, and release management for automation solutions. • Manage automation deployments, migrations, and platform operations while ensuring SLA compliance. • Integrate automation solutions with ITSM and other enterprise tools where applicable. • Support pre-sales activities by designing automation and DevOps solutions for customers. • Mentor and lead DevOps Engineers, promoting automation best practices and continuous improvement. Required Qualifications • Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. • Minimum 6+ years of experience in Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), DevOps, or automation engineering. • Strong hands-on experience with: Ansible, Terraform, Chef, GitLab, CI/CD pipelines • Experience developing automation using: Python, PowerShell, Bash, Groovy, JavaScript, Ruby (Chef) • Experience with code versioning and automated testing. Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles. • Experience with cloud-based DevOps environments is an advantage. • Strong Linux, Unix, and Windows administration skills. • Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet. • Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, MS SQL, and MySQL. • Knowledge of source code management and version control systems. • Familiarity with RPA playbook development is an added advantage. • Understanding of ITSM integrations and enterprise automation workflows. Preferred Attributes • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Passion for automation and continuous process improvement. • Excellent understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), networking, and infrastructure management. • Self-motivated with strong ownership and attention to detail. • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.