AWS Cloud Engineer

Cognizant

9 - 11 years

Bengaluru

Posted: 21/01/2025

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a AWS Cloud Engineer with 6 to 9 years of experience to join our team. This role is hybrid and requires working during the day shift. The candidate will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining our data infrastructure ensuring seamless data integration and transformation processes.

Responsibilities:

  • In-depth knowledge of AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ACM, SSM, and IAM.
  • Proficient knowledge on AWS advanced networking services including CloudFront, Transit Gateway
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficient in AWS CloudFormation and Terraform for automated provisioning.
  • Containerization: Experience with Kubernetes (EKS) and Elastic Container Services (ECS)for orchestration and deployment of microservices.
  • Engineers are expected to be able to execute upgrades independently.
  • CI/CD Pipelines: Familiar with tools like Azure DevOps Pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
  • Monitoring & Logging: Knowledge of AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, OpenSearch and Grafana monitoring tools.
  • Security Best Practices:Understanding of AWS security features and compliance standards.
  • Scripting Languages: Proficient in common languages (PowerShell, Python and Bash) for automation tasks.
  • Agile Frameworks:Proficient knowledge about Agile ways of working (SCRUM, SAFe)
  • IaaS:Proficient knowledge on common operating systems (Windows, Linux)
  • Mindset: Platform engineers must focus on automating activities where possible, to ensure stability, reliability and predictability.

Qualifications:

  • Show proficiency in using Amazon S3 for data storage and management.
  • Exhibit strong skills in Apache Spark for data processing and optimization.
  • Have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex data issues.
  • Possess strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Show a commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Have a strong attention to detail and a focus on data quality and integrity.
  • Show experience in documenting data processes and workflows.
  • Possess a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential data issues.
  • Have a strong understanding of data governance and security best practices.

Certifications Required

AWS Certified

About Company

Cognizant is a global leader in technology and consulting services, helping businesses transform their operations through digital solutions. Specializing in IT services, including software development, business process outsourcing, and consulting, Cognizant supports clients across industries such as healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and retail. With a focus on innovation, Cognizant assists organizations in modernizing their technology, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing customer experiences. Headquartered in the U.S., it is consistently ranked among the most admired companies in the world and is a member of the NASDAQ-100.

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