Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting infrastructure solutions that enable seamless application deployment and system stability. Your work will directly contribute to the organization’s ability to deliver scalable, reliable, and secure technology solutions that meet business needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical foundation and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Software Requirements
Required Software Skills:
Cloud platforms: Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, or equivalent
Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes (basic understanding)
Operating Systems: UNIX/Linux (RHEL, CentOS)
Scripting: Unix Shell Scripting, SQL
Messaging Middleware: IBM MQ, Kafka, Solace (preferred but not mandatory)
Monitoring Tools: Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana, or similar
Preferred Software Skills:
Configuration management: Ansible, Puppet, Chef
Automation tools: Terraform, Jenkins
Version control: Git
Overall Responsibilities
Take ownership of assigned tasks, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
Manage the entire lifecycle of infrastructure projects from planning to deployment.
Collaborate closely with development teams to prioritize and resolve bugs, support tooling, and ensure smooth integration.
Implement and oversee release and deployment processes, including post-release checks.
Troubleshoot incidents, investigate system behaviors, and drive resolutions.
Utilize monitoring tools to track system health and respond promptly to critical alerts.
Maintain and update technical support documentation.
Participate actively in stability, efficiency, and effectiveness improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with change management standards and procedures.
Drive continuous improvements in infrastructure automation and system reliability.
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages:
Required: Shell scripting, SQL
Preferred: Python, Bash
Databases/Data Management:
Basic knowledge of SQL queries
Cloud Technologies:
Basic understanding of cloud infrastructure and deployment (preferred)
Frameworks and Libraries:
Not specifically required, but familiarity with automation and orchestration frameworks is advantageous
Development Tools and Methodologies:
CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), Agile practices
Security Protocols:
Knowledge of security best practices in infrastructure management
Experience Requirements
2-5 years of professional experience in development, infrastructure support, or equivalent technical roles
Proven experience with infrastructure implementation, release management, incident, and change management
Hands-on experience with system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning
Experience collaborating with development teams to support application stability and deployment
Day-to-Day Activities
Executing automation scripts and deployment processes
Monitoring system performance and resolving alerts
Participating in daily stand-ups and planning meetings
Supporting application releases and infrastructure updates
Documenting technical configurations and incident resolutions
Engaging with cross-functional teams for incident management and incident resolution
Conducting post-release reviews and continuous system improvements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent work experience accepted
Certifications such as AWS, Azure, or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) are advantageous
Ongoing professional development in DevOps practices and cloud technologies
Professional Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Collaborative team player with good interpersonal skills
Adaptability to evolving technology landscapes
Initiative and proactive approach to system stability
Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks
SYNECHRON’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.