Senior Cloud Engineer - Azure Kubernetes Service

Key Responsibilities : - Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions using Java and Python in a cloud environment. - Architect and implement Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) strategies to deploy and manage containerized applications. - Migrate applications and services to the Azure Cloud, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructures. - Configure, deploy, and enhance cloud-based infrastructure and services on Azure, with a focus on scalability, security, and performance. - Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters, monitor, and troubleshoot issues related to cloud infrastructure and services. - Manage cloud resources, including computing, networking, and storage, to optimize cost and performance. - Work closely with DevOps teams to implement and support GitLab Pipelines across several Azure resources/services. - Administer and optimize SQL and NoSQL databases (including MongoDB, Oracle, and PostgreSQL) to ensure high performance, reliability, and scalability. - Use caching frameworks to enhance application performance and reduce response times. - Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes clusters, and database systems. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve the overall architecture, performance, and scalability of applications in the cloud. Required Skills & Qualifications : - 3 years of experience in software design, development, and maintenance, with significant expertise in Java. - Strong experience with Azure Cloud, including hands-on work with Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS). - Proficiency in Java and Python for software development and automation. - Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases, including MongoDB, Oracle, and PostgreSQL. - Familiarity with caching frameworks and optimizing application performance. - Experience deploying, configuring, and managing cloud infrastructure and services on Azure. - Expertise in deploying, configuring, and managing Kubernetes clusters. - Hands-on experience with GitLab Pipelines and integrating them with Azure resources/services. - Solid understanding of cloud security principles, scalability, and cost optimization strategies. - Strong troubleshooting skills and experience resolving issues across cloud-based applications, infrastructure, and services. Preferred Qualifications : - Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools to manage cloud resources. - Knowledge of Java-based applications and their specific challenges in cloud environments. - Familiarity with cloud-native architectures and services, such as serverless computing, managed databases, and event-driven design. - Experience with monitoring and alerting tools in a cloud-native environment (e., Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana) (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: pune, IN

Posted Date: 1/15/2025