Ajay  ·  Senior AWS DevOps Engineer  ·  8.5+ yrs

Senior
India8.5+ years experienceremote
Available within 48 hrs

About Ajay

Ajay is a seasoned DevOps Engineer with over 8.5 years of experience specializing in cloud technologies and automation. He has successfully led teams and managed deployments for various projects, including telecommunications and government initiatives. His expertise spans AWS services, Docker containerization, and Kubernetes orchestration, making him a valuable asset for any organization looking to enhance their DevOps capabilities.

Core expertise

AWS
cloud
9/10
Kubernetes
devops
9/10
Docker
devops
8/10
Python
language
8/10

Additional skills(10)

LinuxAWSKubernetesWindowsPythonBash Shell ScriptData Centre Automation (DCA)Server Automation (SA)Operation Orchestration (OO)Databases

Why hire Ajay?

Production deploy authorityMentored 4-5 team membersLed complex server-related projects

Led a team of 4-5 people in a Linux and AIX environment, ensuring smooth operations.

Single-handedly deployed Micro Focus Server Automation and Data Centre Automation tools for a smart city project.

Managed AWS services including VPC, ELB, and S3 for business needs, demonstrating cloud expertise.

Developed automation scripts in Python and Bash for OS hardening and reporting across multiple projects.

Maintained Kubernetes clusters ensuring continuous operation and application deployments.

Successfully managed patching of Linux and Windows systems for a major telecom client (Vodacom), utilizing DCA, SA, and OO tools for efficient operations.

Single-handedly deployed key automation and orchestration tools for the Jhansi Smart City project, establishing core infrastructure.

Oversaw weekly maintenance of Kubernetes clusters, ensuring uptime and operational efficiency.

Project highlights(6)

Germany Based Project – Linux and AIX Team Lead

Overview: Led a team responsible for Linux and AIX server-related issues and directly participated in planning and troubleshooting for an international client. Responsibilities: Served as the primary technical contact for Linux/AIX infrastructure issues, engaging directly with customers. Developed shell scripts for daily automation tasks, enhancing operational efficiency. Oversaw weekly maintenance of Kubernetes clusters and managed application deployments and log fetching from pods. Utilized monitoring tools like Solarwinds, CheckMK, and AppDynamics for server performance.

LinuxAWSKubernetesBash Shell Script

Key outcomes:

  • Served as first point of contact for technical issues in Linux/AIX infrastructure.

  • Managed AWS environment including migration of in-house servers to AWS.

  • Ensured weekly maintenance of Kubernetes clusters and managed application deployments.

Vodacom Telecom Patch Management – DevOps Engineer

Overview: Managed calls and bridges for new patches deployment for Reliance Jio. Responsibilities: Handled Linux and Windows patching and data center operations using DCA, SA, and OO tools. Created workflows for automation with an specific operation orchestration tool. Developed shell and Python scripts for OS hardening and benchmarking on Data Centre Automation tools. Managed weekly maintenance of Kubernetes nodes and pods, ensuring their operational status within time windows.

LinuxWindowsData Centre Automation (DCA)Server Automation (SA)Operation Orchestration (OO)Bash Shell ScriptPythonKubernetes

Key outcomes:

  • Automated patching workflows using orchestration tools.

  • Developed scripts for OS hardening and benchmarking.

  • Maintained Kubernetes nodes and pods weekly, ensuring uptime.

Jhansi Smart City Project – DevOps Engineer

Overview: Spearheaded the deployment of server automation and data center tools for a smart city initiative. Responsibilities: Single-handedly deployed Micro Focus Server Automation, Data Centre Automation, and Operation Orchestration tools. Configured Linux servers and databases for the new project. Established and set up the Kubernetes environment.

LinuxDatabasesKubernetesServer Automation (SA)Data Centre Automation (DCA)Operation Orchestration (OO)

Key outcomes:

  • Single-handedly deployed key automation and orchestration tools.

  • Configured Linux servers and databases for a new smart city project.

  • Successfully set up the Kubernetes environment for the project.

New Amax project – Application Support / DevOps Engineer

New Amax — application support + DevOps for database reporting + automation scripting + patch deployments. Linux + Databases + Bash Shell Script + Kubernetes.

LinuxDatabasesBash Shell ScriptKubernetes

Key outcomes:

  • Provided application level support and database reporting for clients.

  • Automated reporting and database archiving with shell scripts.

  • Managed patch deployments and pre-release testing for application features.

New amax – Application Support / DevOps Engineer

New Amax — application support + database reporting + patch management + automation. Databases + Bash Shell Script.

DatabasesBash Shell Script

Key outcomes:

  • Provided application level support to clients and stakeholders.

  • Automated reporting and database archiving using shell scripts.

  • Managed new patch deployments and releases effectively.

8.5+ years of industry experience

Government & Public Sector1 project
  • •Jhansi Smart City Project— DevOps EngineerLinux · Databases · Kubernetes · Server Automation (SA) +2
SaaS / B2B5 projects
  • •Germany Based Project— Linux and AIX Team LeadLinux · AWS · Kubernetes · Bash Shell Script
  • •Vodacom Telecom Patch Management— DevOps EngineerLinux · Windows · Data Centre Automation (DCA) · Server Automation (SA) +4
  • •Jhansi Smart City Project— DevOps EngineerLinux · Databases · Kubernetes · Server Automation (SA) +2
  • •New Amax project— Application Support / DevOps EngineerLinux · Databases · Bash Shell Script · Kubernetes
  • •New amax— Application Support / DevOps EngineerDatabases · Bash Shell Script
Telecom1 project
  • •Vodacom Telecom Patch Management— DevOps EngineerLinux · Windows · Data Centre Automation (DCA) · Server Automation (SA) +4

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At a Glance

LocationIndia
Experience8.5+ years
Work moderemote
Direct hirePossible
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From$2,443/ month

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Top Skills

AWS
9/10
Kubernetes
9/10
Docker
8/10
Python
8/10
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