Senior DevOps/Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) - eTeam Inc.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced DevOps/Senior SRE professional to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust infrastructure and deployment pipelines. The candidate should have in-depth technical expertise in various tools and technologies, including Packer, Github, Github Actions, Powershell, Terraform, Ansible, and extensive experience in Azure Cloud.

Key Responsibilities:

• Must have at least 10+ years of experience Citris Cloud/ Terraforms, Ansible (who has experience in automation specially in production environments )
• Packer:
  • Utilize Packer to create machine images for multiple platforms, ensuring efficient and consistent deployment processes.
  • Implement Packer templates to automate the provisioning of infrastructure.
  • Understanding of the importance of automation in the software delivery lifecycle and the ability to contribute to the automation of repetitive tasks using Packer.
  • Experience with IaC principles and practices, with a focus on creating reproducible and scalable infrastructure using Packer.
  • Proficiency in writing Packer templates to define machine images.
  • Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git, to manage and version Packer templates.
  • Scripting skills, particularly in languages commonly used with Packer (e.g., JSON, HCL).
• Github:
  • Manage and optimize source code repositories on Github.
  • Collaborate with development teams to establish branching strategies, code review processes, and versioning practices.
  • User management along with the authorization.
  • Github Operations management
• Github Actions for CI/CD:
  • Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Github Actions to automate the software delivery lifecycle.
  • Configure workflows for build, test, and deployment processes to ensure efficiency and reliability.
  • Proficiency in configuring and managing GitHub Actions workflows for CI/CD.
  • Knowledge of YAML syntax for defining workflows and jobs.
  • Experience in setting up and optimizing Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) pipelines.
  • Understanding of best practices for building, testing, and deploying applications using CI/CD.
  • Strong understanding of version control concepts and practical experience with Git.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash, PowerShell, or Python for automation tasks.
  • Familiarity with programming languages relevant to the tech stack used in the organisation.
  • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Powershell:
  • Develop and maintain Powershell scripts for automation tasks and system management.
  • Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using Powershell to achieve consistent and repeatable deployments.
  • Demonstrated experience and proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation tasks, system administration, and infrastructure management.
  • Ability to write efficient, reusable, and maintainable PowerShell scripts for various tasks, such as system configuration, deployment, and automation of repetitive processes.
  • Familiarity with using PowerShell for Active Directory administration, including user management, group policy, and security settings.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and experience in managing and administering Windows-based environments using PowerShell.
  • Capacity to analyze complex systems and processes, identifying areas for improvement and automation.
  • Strong documentation skills to provide clear and comprehensive documentation for PowerShell scripts and automation processes.
• Certifications (Optional): PowerShell Certifications: Relevant certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, that demonstrate proficiency in PowerShell and related technologies.
• Terraform:
  • Design and implement infrastructure using Terraform, emphasizing infrastructure as code principles.
  • Manage and version infrastructure components to facilitate collaboration and ensure traceability.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize infrastructure as code using Terraform.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure requirements are met through code.
  • Utilize Terraform to provision and manage resources on Azure Cloud.
  • Optimize cloud infrastructure for scalability, cost-effectiveness, and performance.
  • Implement best practices to ensure modular and reusable code.
  • Working Knowledge on terraform modules
• Ansible:
  • Utilize Ansible for configuration management and application deployment.
  • Automate repetitive tasks and ensure consistency across environments through Ansible playbooks.
  • Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks for automating infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and application deployment.
  • Implement and optimize Ansible roles for efficient code reuse and maintainability.
  • Utilize Ansible for configuration management to ensure consistency across environments.
  • Implement best practices for managing configuration files and system settings.
  • Develop and maintain effective monitoring and logging for Ansible workflows.
  • Proficiency in writing Ansible playbooks and roles.
  • Experience with version control systems, especially Git.
  • Scripting skills in languages such as Python or Bash.
  • Familiarity with Linux/Unix systems administration.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Azure Infrastructure Design and Deployment:
  • Design, implement, and manage scalable and reliable Azure infrastructure solutions.
  • Collaborate with architects and other teams to translate business requirements into Azure-based solutions.
• Azure Resource Management:
  • Manage and optimize Azure resources to ensure cost-effectiveness and performance.
  • Implement and maintain resource policies, tags, and governance best practices.
• Azure Networking:
  • Configure and manage Azure networking services, including Virtual Networks, Subnets, and ExpressRoute.
  • Implement and manage Azure Firewall, VPNs, and other network security features.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM):
  • Implement and manage Azure Active Directory for identity and access management.
  • Configure role-based access control (RBAC) and ensure secure access to Azure resources.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Implement and monitor security best practices and compliance standards in Azure.
  • Conduct regular security assessments and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Automation and Scripting:
  • Develop automation scripts using tools like PowerShell or Azure CLI to streamline repetitive tasks.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as ARM templates or Terraform.
• Azure DevOps Integration:
  • Integrate Azure services into the CI/CD pipeline using Azure DevOps.
  • Implement continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) for Azure-based applications.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
  • Implement monitoring solutions using Azure Monitor and other relevant tools.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure infrastructure and applications.