Senior AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer

About the Position

Senior AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer

We're seeking a Senior AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer to optimize cloud infrastructure, manage migrations, and enhance DevOps processes. This is a remote role with opportunities to work in Georgia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage CI/CD processes for various applications and automate as many workflows as possible to improve efficiency
• Migrate workloads to AWS Cloud ensuring seamless transitions while optimizing cost and performance
• Build and maintain AWS cloud environments for customers ensuring they are secure, scalable, and high-performing
• Propose enhancements for Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices
• Provide support for development teams on CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices
• Set up cloud monitoring and optimize infrastructure for cost and performance ensuring high availability and efficient resource usage
• Oversee the full release process ensuring smooth deployments and continuous delivery of cloud-based applications

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting AWS-based production systems
• Hands-on experience with AWS services like EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, ECS, EKS, VPC, CloudFormation, and IAM
• Strong knowledge of AWS networking services: VPC, Route 53, Direct Connect, Load Balancer, API Gateway, Security Groups, and more
• Practical experience with Kubernetes (EKS) and container orchestration in AWS
• Solid understanding of monitoring tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Data Dog, Prometheus) and setting up performance alerts and optimization
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation
• Proven ability to implement CI/CD practices using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or AWS CodePipeline
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices such as IAM, encryption, and secure access control
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, or Shell) to automate and improve cloud operations
• Familiarity with AWS Cost Management tools and cost optimization strategies
• Proactively identify areas for improvement, drive automation, and contribute to architectural decisions
• Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams ensuring successful deployments and alignment with business needs
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher

Nice to Have

• Python/Go knowledge is a plus
• Native AI cloud services: AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, Azure AI
• Experience designing, building, and operating AI agents and agentic frameworks
• Coding Agents: Claude Code, OpenCode, Cursor, Trae, Antigravity

We Offer

• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events
• We invest in your growth: Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure, and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers
• We cover it all:
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
  • Comprehensive medical & family care package
  • Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
  • Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

About the Company

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