Senior GCP DevOps Engineer
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About the Position
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior GCP DevOps Engineer to join our collaborative team.
The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions with a focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This position requires a proactive individual who thrives in a hybrid environment, demonstrates expertise in modern DevOps practices, and has a passion for mentoring and leading teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Architect and guide the development of best practices suited for a cloud/on-prem hybrid environment with a focus on cloud
- Devise and enforce organizational policies to maintain project and system alignment
- Use modern technology and practices, including GitOps and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Deploy and maintain infrastructure components such as VPCs, IAM policies, GKE clusters, KMS, VMs, and DNS
- Optimize costs using FinOps strategies to ensure resource efficiency
- Lead the migration of virtual machines to container-based solutions
- Document processes and changes with excellent detail and clarity while sharing knowledge across the team
- Demonstrate consistent use of Google Cloud Platform within development and operational tasks
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code for scalability and security
- Ensure the smooth operation and management of Kubernetes clusters
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in DevOps engineering roles, with a focus on cloud-based environments
- Expertise in Google Cloud Platform and tools like GKE, IAM, and VPC
- Background in Infrastructure as Code practices, including Terraform or equivalent tools
- Skills in Kubernetes deployment and orchestration
- Competency in cost optimization strategies, such as FinOps
- Proficiency in containerization and migration from VMs to containers
- Excellent documentation skills and team collaboration abilities
- Familiarity with GitOps methodologies and modern DevOps practices
- Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)
Nice to Have
- Understanding of cross-cloud solutions alongside GCP
- Familiarity with security best practices for cloud systems
We Offer
- Opportunity to work remotely in Ukraine
- Engaging role in a leading tech company
About the Company
EPAM Systems is a global software engineering and product development company. We partner with the world’s leading organizations to deliver innovative digital solutions.
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