DevOps Engineer AWS CloudFront WAF Edge Engineering

Spadtek Solutions; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 800,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

SPADTEK Solutions is seeking a hands-on DevOps Engineer with 4–7 years of experience to own AWS CloudFront edge deployments, WAF controls, and automation using Terraform. You will build cloud foundations, implement CloudFront Functions/Lambda@Edge, and craft CI/CD pipelines while enhancing security and observability.

Experience with Akamai-to-AWS migrations is a plus. Strong Node.js/JavaScript and Terraform skills are required to deliver scalable, secure infrastructure for global clients.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in DevOps / Cloud Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS.
• Strong expertise in AWS CloudFront.
• Hands-on experience with CloudFront Functions and Lambda@Edge.
• Strong knowledge of AWS WAF.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform / HCP Terraform.
• Strong Node.js / JavaScript skills.
• Knowledge of Python and Bash is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage AWS accounts, environments, IAM, security baselines, tagging, and governance.
• Design, deploy, and manage AWS CloudFront distributions, caching, origins, Origin Shield, failover, and CDN configurations.
• Develop and maintain CloudFront Functions and Lambda@Edge using Node.js/JavaScript.
• Configure and manage AWS WAF managed/custom rules, rate-based rules, IP sets, and bot-management controls.
• Develop reusable Terraform modules and automate AWS infrastructure deployments using HCP Terraform.
• Automate CloudFront, WAF, Lambda@Edge, Route 53, ACM, and related AWS services.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Git-based workflows and HCP Terraform.
• Implement SAST, security scanning, peer reviews, and DevSecOps practices.
• Troubleshoot AWS networking including VPC, routing, Route 53, security groups, DNS, TLS/mTLS, and origin connectivity.
• Create CloudWatch and/or QuickSight dashboards for traffic, cache performance, latency, WAF activity, and system health.
• Develop operational runbooks, deployment procedures, and migration playbooks.
• Support Akamai-to-AWS CloudFront migration and standardize migration processes through automation.
• Apply AWS Well-Architected Framework and security best practices across infrastructure.

Skills

AWS

CloudFront

Lambda@Edge

Node.js/JavaScript

Terraform

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Networking

WAF

IAM

Python

Bash

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

HashiCorp Terraform certification

Tools

Terraform / HCP Terraform

CloudWatch

QuickSight

Job description

DevOps Engineer AWS CloudFront / WAF / Edge Engineering

Experience: 47 Years
Level: Associate Consultant (L4)
Location: India
Employment Type: Full-Time on Project
Certification: AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate / AWS Certified Developer – Associate / AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate (Mandatory)

We re hiring for one of the top IT services companies.

SPADTEK Solutions is proud to collaborate with leading IT organizations to source exceptional talent for their full-time positions.Client/Implementation Partner is a globally recognized IT services and consulting company, trusted by Fortune 500 clients and enterprises worldwide. With a strong presence across cloud, data engineering, AI, and digital transformation and is known for delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive business growth and innovation.Working on enterprise-scale projects with global clients.Exposure to next-gen technologies across cloud, data, and digital platforms.A culture that values continuous learning, collaboration, and career growth.Being part of a company consistently ranked among the top IT employers.If you are an experienced professional seeking a long-term career opportunity with one of the industry s most respected names, this is your chance to join top IT services company through SPADTEK Solutions.

Job Summary

We are looking for a hands-on DevOps Engineer with 4–7 years of experience and strong expertise in AWS Cloud, CloudFront, AWS WAF, Terraform, CI/CD, networking, and DevSecOps.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for building and managing AWS cloud foundations, CloudFront edge solutions, WAF security controls, infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, and observability solutions. Strong experience with CloudFront Functions, Lambda@Edge, Node.js/JavaScript, and Terraform is required.

Experience in Akamai-to-AWS CloudFront migration will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage AWS accounts, environments, IAM, security baselines, tagging, and governance.
• Design, deploy, and manage AWS CloudFront distributions, caching, origins, Origin Shield, failover, and CDN configurations.
• Develop and maintain CloudFront Functions and Lambda@Edge using Node.js/JavaScript.
• Configure and manage AWS WAF managed/custom rules, rate-based rules, IP sets, and bot-management controls.
• Develop reusable Terraform modules and automate AWS infrastructure deployments using HCP Terraform.
• Automate CloudFront, WAF, Lambda@Edge, Route 53, ACM, and related AWS services.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Git-based workflows and HCP Terraform.
• Implement SAST, security scanning, peer reviews, and DevSecOps practices.
• Troubleshoot AWS networking, including VPC, routing, Route 53, security groups, DNS, TLS/mTLS, and origin connectivity.
• Create CloudWatch and/or QuickSight dashboards for traffic, cache performance, latency, WAF activity, and system health.
• Develop operational runbooks, deployment procedures, and migration playbooks.
• Support Akamai-to-AWS CloudFront migration and standardize migration processes through automation.
• Apply AWS Well-Architected Framework and security best practices across infrastructure.

Required Skills

• 4–7 years of experience in DevOps / Cloud Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS.
• Strong expertise in AWS CloudFront.
• Hands-on experience with CloudFront Functions and Lambda@Edge.
• Strong knowledge of AWS WAF.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform / HCP Terraform.
• Strong Node.js / JavaScript skills.
• Knowledge of Python and Bash is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of AWS networking, including VPC, Route 53, DNS, routing, ACM/TLS/mTLS, and security groups.
• Experience with CI/CD and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience with CloudWatch and/or QuickSight.
• Strong knowledge of AWS IAM, secrets management, security, and least-privilege access.
• Strong troubleshooting, automation, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid AWS Associate-level certification is mandatory: Solutions Architect – Associate, Developer – Associate, or SysOps Administrator – Associate.

Good to Have

• Experience with Akamai Property Manager.
• Knowledge of Akamai EdgeWorkers / EdgeKV.
• Experience with Akamai Kona Site Defender or Bot Manager.
• Hands‑on experience with Akamai-to-AWS CloudFront migration.
• HashiCorp Terraform certification.
• Additional AWS certifications.
• Experience working with enterprise-scale CDN, edge security, and migration projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.