RELX

Senior Systems Engineer II

Bengaluru Full time

Are you a Systems Engineer looking for an innovative role? 

Do you enjoy being part of a team that works with a diverse range of technology? 

About the role:

We are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join our Technology, Infrastructure, and Operations group. In this role, you will work closely with global engineering teams to design, build, and operate scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure.

This is a hands-on technical role focused on building and operating platforms. You will contribute to shared infrastructure, improve automation, and enhance the reliability and performance of our systems.

You’ll play a key role in shaping DevOps best practices, improving developer experience, and driving operational excellence across multiple products.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure on AWS.

  • Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform.

  • Build, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enable reliable and fast software delivery.

  • Operate and support applications across the full SDLC, including deployment, monitoring, and incident response.

  • Implement and improve observability (monitoring, logging, alerting) to ensure system reliability.

  • Troubleshoot complex production issues and drive root cause analysis and resolution.

  • Collaborate with Development and Product teams to improve system performance, reliability, and developer productivity.

  • Optimize cloud usage and contribute to cost efficiency and governance.

  • Contribute to automation initiatives to reduce manual effort and improve consistency.

  • Participate in on-call rotations and support production systems as needed.

  • Contribute to shared platform engineering efforts across global DevOps teams.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience in DevOps / Cloud Engineering roles in a product-based environment.

  • Strong hands-on experience with AWS

  • Solid experience with Kubernetes in production environments.

  • Proven expertise in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred).

  • Strong experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins).

  • Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., New Relic, Prometheus, ELK stack).

  • Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure, networking, and application layers.

  • Proficiency in at least one scripting/programming language (Python, Bash, or similar).

  • Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

  • Good understanding of cloud security, networking, and system design principles.

  • Strong sense of ownership and ability to work independently in a distributed team.

  • AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer, etc.).

  • Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet).

  • Familiarity with data systems like PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch.

  • Experience with containerization (Docker) and microservices architectures.

  • Exposure to cost optimization strategies in cloud environments.

  • Understanding of release management and deployment strategies.

  • Experience working in large-scale, multi-product environments.

What We’re Looking For

  • A strong hands-on engineer who enjoys solving complex infrastructure problems.

  • Someone who takes ownership of systems end-to-end.

  • A collaborator who works effectively with engineers across geographies.

  • A mindset focused on automation, reliability, and continuous improvement.

  • Clear communicator who can explain technical concepts to both engineers and stakeholder

Work in a way that works for you: -

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that we offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, family leave and tuition reimbursement, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.

Working for you:

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance: Covers you, your immediate family, and parents.
- Enhanced Health Insurance Options: Competitive rates negotiated by the company.
- Group Life Insurance: Ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
- Group Accident Insurance: Extra protection for accidental death and permanent disablement.
- Flexible Working Arrangement: Achieve a harmonious work-life balance.
- Employee Assistance Program: Access support for personal and work-related challenges.
- Medical Screening: Your well-being is a top priority.
- Modern Family Benefits: Maternity, paternity, and adoption support.
- Long-Service Awards: Recognizing dedication and commitment.
- New Baby Gift: Celebrating the joy of parenthood.
- Subsidized Meals in Chennai: Enjoy delicious meals at discounted rates.
- Various Paid Time Off: Take time off with Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, and Gazetted Public Holidays.
- Free Transport pick up and drop from the home -office - home (applies in Chennai)

About the business:

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. What you do every day will help advance science and healthcare to advance human progress. 

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location.

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