Cloud Engineer

Genpact; Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Delhi; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Genpact is hiring for a Lead Consultant – Cloud Engineer in Hyderabad to design, deploy and maintain scalable search and indexing systems. You will build and tune SolrCloud clusters, manage ZooKeeper and develop REST APIs for fast data access.

You’ll also develop backend services using Scala and Python scripts for automation, while ensuring high availability, security and performance for production workloads.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IS/CS or related field or equivalent IT experience.
• Hands-on work on search performance optimization and API development with Scala.
• Experience with Linux administration and DevOps exposure.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain highly available Apache SolrCloud clusters in production.
• Configure ZooKeeper clusters to support distributed SolrCloud operations.
• Develop RESTful APIs for search, indexing, and retrieval services.
• Build scalable backend applications and microservices using Scala.
• Develop Python scripts for automation and deployment tasks.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot Solr, ZooKeeper, and apps.
• Create Docker images and containerized deployments; manage Linux servers.

Skills

Apache Solr Cloud

ZooKeeper

REST API

Scala

Python scripting

Linux

MS SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IS/CS or related IT field

Tools

Docker

Gitlab CI/CD

Job description

Ready to build the future with AI?

At Genpact, we dont just keep up with technology—we set the pace. AI and digital innovation are redefining industries, and we’re leading the charge. Genpact’s AI Gigafactory, our industry-first accelerator, is an example of how we’re scaling advanced technology solutions to help global enterprises work smarter, grow faster, and transform at scale. From large-scale models to agentic AI, our breakthrough solutions tackle companies’ most complex challenges.

If you thrive in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment, love building and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions, and want to push the boundaries of what’s possible, this is your moment.

Genpact (NYSE: G) is an advanced technology services and solutions company that delivers lasting value for leading enterprises globally. Through our deep business knowledge, operational excellence, and cutting-edge solutions – we help companies across industries get ahead and stay ahead. Powered by curiosity, courage, and innovation, our teams implement data, technology, and AI to create tomorrow, today. Get to know us at genpact.com and on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Facebook.

Inviting applications for the role of Lead Consultant – Cloud Engineer

In this role, the DevOps & Cloud Engineer is a specialized professional who designs, develops, and maintains robust, scalable search and indexing systems utilizing technologies like Apache SolrCloud, ZooKeeper, and associated backend services.

This role bridges the gap between complex data processing, distributed search infrastructure, and application development, ensuring that data is indexed efficiently, retrieved rapidly, and the search platform remains highly available, secure, and performant for critical business operations.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain highly available Apache SolrCloud clusters in production environments.
• Configure and manage ZooKeeper clusters to support distributed SolrCloud operations.
• Develop and enhance RESTful APIs for search, indexing, and data retrieval services.
• Build scalable backend applications and microservices using Scala.
• Develop Python scripts for automation, monitoring, deployment, and operational tasks.
• Manage Solr collections, shards, replicas, indexing pipelines, and schema configurations.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot Solr, ZooKeeper, and application-related issues.
• Optimize search relevancy, query response times, and indexing performance.
• Create and maintain Docker images and containerized deployments for applications and services.
• Administer Linux servers, including system monitoring, patching, security, and performance tuning.
• Automate routine operational activities using Shell and Python scripting.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve production incidents in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver reliable solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation, deployment procedures, and operational runbooks.
• Follow best practices for security, scalability, high availability, and system reliability.

Qualifications we seek in you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business information systems (IS), computer science or related field, or equivalent-related IT experience
• Work on real-world projects and optimize search performance and API development using Scala.
• Administration using Linux and DevOps exposure

Required Skills:

• Apache Solr Cloud Administration and Development
• ZooKeeper Cluster Management
• REST API Development
• Scala Programming
• Python Scripting and Automation
• Linux System Administration
• MS SQL Database

Good to have:

• Docker Containerization
• Gitlab CI/CD

Why join Genpact?

• Lead AI-first transformation – Build and scale AI solutions that redefine industries
• Make an impact – Drive change for global enterprises and solve business challenges that matter
• Accelerate your career—Gain hands-on experience, world-class training, mentorship, and AI certifications to advance your skills
• Grow with the best – Learn from top engineers, data scientists, and AI experts in a dynamic, fast-moving workplace
• Committed to ethical AI – Work in an environment where governance, transparency, and security are at the core of everything we build
• Thrive in a values-driven culture – Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress

Come join the 140,000+ coders, tech shapers, and growth makers at Genpact and take your career in the only direction that matters: Up.

Let’s build tomorrow together.

Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Genpact is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.