AWS DevOps Engineer

Rackspace, a leading provider of cloud computing services and solutions, is seeking an AWS DevOps Engineer to join their team in a remote capacity. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies and contribute to the development and management of robust cloud infrastructure.

As an AWS DevOps Engineer at Rackspace, you will be responsible for assisting in the deployment and management of AWS cloud infrastructure components, including EC2 instances, VPC, S3, RDS, and IAM. You'll collaborate with senior engineers to develop and implement cloud architecture best practices, ensuring high availability and scalability of systems.

Your role will involve monitoring AWS resources and optimizing performance, cost-efficiency, and security. You'll support the implementation and maintenance of automated deployment and configuration management tools, such as AWS CloudFormation and Ansible. Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to cloud infrastructure will be a key part of your responsibilities, ensuring minimal downtime for our clients.

Security is a top priority, and you'll assist in implementing and maintaining security measures, including access controls, encryption, and network security. You'll also contribute to regular system audits and proactive maintenance activities to identify and address potential issues before they become problems.

To succeed in this role, you should have proficient knowledge in scripting languages such as Linux, Unix shell scripts, Python, or Ruby. Hands-on experience with Configuration Management and Deployment tools like Ansible, Terraform, Chef, or Puppet is essential. Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, TeamCity, Bamboo, or Travis CI is required, along with the ability to build CI/CD pipelines.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and learning, as you'll be expected to stay updated with the latest AWS services, trends, and best practices. You'll have the chance to recommend and implement new technologies where appropriate, contributing to the continuous improvement of our cloud infrastructure.

If you're passionate about cloud technologies, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and are looking for a challenging role that offers both technical depth and breadth, this AWS DevOps Engineer position at Rackspace could be the perfect fit for you. Join our team and be part of shaping the future of cloud computing!