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

Job Summary

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

  
  

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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