AWS Cloud Engineer | Cloud Infrastructure, Automation, Security, Kubernetes, and Cost Optimization

Synechron is seeking a highly skilled AWS Cloud Engineer to oversee the deployment, management, and optimization of cloud infrastructure supporting enterprise applications. This role involves designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud environments, automating infrastructure provisioning, and ensuring continuous system performance and security. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support cloud migration initiatives, optimize cloud resources, and uphold high standards of operational excellence and security compliance.

Software Requirements

• Required:

  • Hands-on experience with AWS services, including EC2, S3, VPC, Auto Scaling, CloudFormation, IAM, and Load Balancing

  • Proficiency in infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation for provisioning and managing cloud resources

  • Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation and operational tasks

  • Experience with cloud monitoring and observability tools like CloudWatch, Datadog, or Splunk

  • Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker, and orchestration with Kubernetes or ECS (Elastic Container Service)

  • Familiarity with security best practices, including identity management, encryption, and compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR)

• Preferred:

  • Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud architectures supporting enterprise deployments

  • Knowledge of DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps

  • Certification in AWS Solutions Architect or equivalent cloud security certifications

Overall Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage scalable cloud infrastructure supporting enterprise applications and services

• Automate provisioning, configuration, and deployment processes to support CI/CD pipelines and operational efficiency

• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to implement secure, reliable, and cost-effective cloud solutions

• Monitor cloud systems, troubleshoot performance bottlenecks, and optimize resource utilization and costs

• Support cloud migration projects by assessing existing infrastructure and designing scalable solutions

• Establish and enforce cloud security, compliance, and governance standards

• Develop and maintain documentation related to architecture, processes, and operational procedures

• Lead incident response efforts, perform root cause analyses, and implement automation to reduce downtime

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Cloud Platforms:
  Required: AWS (preferred), Azure, or GCP, with experience supporting large-scale deployments
  Preferred: Multi-cloud support and hybrid environment management

• Infrastructure as Code:
  Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools for automated resource provisioning

• Containerization & Orchestration:
  Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, or EKS for container deployment and management

• Automation & Scripting:
  Python, Bash, PowerShell for automating configurations and operational tasks

• Monitoring & Logging:
  CloudWatch, Datadog, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana

• Security & Compliance:
  Identity and Access Management (IAM), encryption standards, network security, data privacy regulations

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience managing cloud infrastructure in enterprise environments

• Proven expertise designing and supporting scalable, high-availability cloud solutions

• Strong background in automating cloud provisioning, deployment, and monitoring processes

• Experience supporting cloud migration initiatives and hybrid architectures

• Industry experience in finance, healthcare, or large enterprise IT is preferred but not mandatory

Day-to-Day Activities

• Design and implement scalable cloud infrastructure supporting cloud-native applications and services

• Automate deployment, configuration, and scaling processes supporting CI/CD pipelines

• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to optimize infrastructure and troubleshoot issues

• Monitor cloud environments proactively, resolve incidents, and optimize system performance and costs

• Conduct security audits, enforce compliance standards, and maintain operational documentation

• Support cloud migration projects by analyzing existing environments and designing target architectures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

• 8+ years of experience supporting cloud infrastructure, DevOps, or platform engineering in large environments

• Relevant cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect or equivalent highly preferred

• Proven track record supporting enterprise cloud deployments supporting critical business operations

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills for cloud environments

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for cross-team collaboration

• Leadership qualities to guide automation and operational excellence initiatives

• Strategic thinking to optimize cloud costs, security, and scalability

• Adaptability to evolving cloud technologies and industry best practices

• Time management skills to prioritize tasks and ensure timely project delivery