Remote DevOps Engineer - AWS & Cloud Tools

The Elitejob; India; Remote; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

Fully remote position – work from anywhere!

Paid time off and sick leave

Professional development allowance

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

A forward-thinking tech organization is seeking a talented DevOps Engineer specializing in AWS to enhance its remote engineering team. The ideal candidate will design and manage scalable cloud infrastructure, develop CI/CD pipelines, and contribute to a dynamic engineering culture. This role offers a competitive salary, fully remote work, and a focus on professional growth within an innovative team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a DevOps Engineer or similar role.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS and its ecosystem.
• Understanding of containerization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Develop CI/CD pipelines.
• Automate tasks and ensure system scalability.

Skills

AWS

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CI/CD

Python

Networking concepts

CloudWatch

Job description

Job Summary

The Elite Job is seeking a highly skilled and motivated DevOps Engineer with deep expertise in AWS and modern cloud tools to join our growing remote engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure for a variety of cloud-based applications. If you are passionate about automation, cloud architecture, and system reliability, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career with a forward-thinking tech organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure primarily on AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, VPC, CloudFormation, etc.)

• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or CircleCI

• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible

• Automate repetitive tasks and ensure system scalability and security through scripting and tooling

• Monitor infrastructure performance and provide system tuning and enhancements

• Collaborate with software development teams to ensure seamless code releases and environment consistency

• Maintain high standards of operational reliability, system availability, and disaster recovery

• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues quickly and effectively

• Document all processes, configurations, and workflows to ensure knowledge sharing and support team collaboration

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and its ecosystem

• Proficiency with Linux-based systems and command-line tools

• Deep understanding of containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes or ECS

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation

• Solid knowledge of CI/CD tools and deployment strategies

• Proficient in at least one scripting language such as Python, Bash, or Shell

• Understanding of networking concepts, DNS, VPNs, load balancing, firewalls, and VPCs

• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch, ELK Stack, Grafana, Prometheus, or Datadog

Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of professional experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar role

• Proven track record of deploying and managing cloud-native applications

• Experience working in agile and remote-first teams is highly desirable

Working Hours

• Flexible Remote Work Schedule

• Core availability expected between 9 AM to 5 PM (UTC or aligned time zone) for collaboration

• Full-time, 40 hours per week

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think proactively

• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Team-oriented attitude with a passion for mentoring and knowledge sharing

• Self-starter mindset, capable of working independently and managing priorities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

• Fully remote position – work from anywhere!

• Paid time off, sick leave, and national holidays

• Professional development allowance and certification reimbursements

• Health and wellness benefits (where applicable)

• Access to the latest tools and technologies

• Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Why Join The Elite Job?

At The Elite Job, we value innovation, autonomy, and excellence. As a remote-first company, we empower our team members to work in a flexible, collaborative, and high-performance environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud solutions, shape DevOps best practices, and be part of a global community of passionate tech professionals.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your updated resume, along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and your passion for cloud infrastructure, to us with the subject line: Application – Remote DevOps Engineer (AWS).

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.