DevOps/Java Engineer

Seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer to join our applications Development team. This role focuses on automating, optimizing, and supporting the deployment and management of application infrastructure in a cloud-first environment. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience with Java build deployments, CI/CD tools, and AWS cloud services, and will be passionate about improving the software development lifecycle through automation, collaboration, and efficiency.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with the development team to design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Maven, Git, and other tools to automate the software delivery process.Support Java-based application builds and deployments, ensuring smooth integration and deployment workflows.Manage version control and branch strategies with Subversion (SVN) and troubleshoot issues in build and deployment processes.Automate infrastructure provisioning and application deployments using tools like Ansible, Terraform, and AWS CloudFormation.Utilize AWS services (EC2, EKS, S3, Lambda, VPC, Route 53, etc.) to deploy, scale, and manage cloud-based applications.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to CI/CD pipeline failures, test suite failures, and application deployments in both development and production environments.Work with containers and container orchestration platforms like Docker and Kubernetes (EKS) for application deployment and migration.Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and scaling of cloud-based applications, leveraging AWS native monitoring tools such as CloudWatch and CloudTrail.Optimize application performance, reliability, and security in cloud environments through continuous monitoring and feedback loops.Collaborate closely with developers to streamline and enhance the application development lifecycle and deployment workflows.Preferred Skills:Experience with GIT, Selenium testing, and Terraform.Familiarity with microservices architectures and frameworks like Spring Boot or Angular.AWS Certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, Developer) and Kubernetes experience are a plus.Requirements:8+ years of experience in cloud-based IT infrastructure support, with a focus on application development and DevOps.5-8 years of hands-on experience in managing CI/CD pipelines, automating deployments, and supporting Java applications.Proficiency with AWS services, including EC2, EKS, Lambda, S3, VPC, CloudFormation, and related tools.Strong expertise with automation tools like Ansible, Terraform, and CloudFormation for both cloud and on-prem infrastructure.Solid understanding of application build and deployment processes and troubleshooting skills for Java applications.Familiarity with databases (Oracle, MongoDB, Redis) and application networking (TCP/IP, DNS).Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python, Shell, PowerShell, or Node.js.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Department: Preferred VendorsThis is a contract position