ZR_242_Senior DevOps Engineer

Priority IDC Private Limited; India; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 Days Working

One Complimentary Meal per Day

Internet Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Group Medical Insurance

Mental Health support benefits

Relocation Assistance (if Applicable)

Job summary

Priority Technology Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to drive design, implementation, and optimization of cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices with a strong focus on AWS.

You will lead the deployment of infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code, support CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with Development, QA, and Security to ensure a robust, scalable software delivery lifecycle. This role offers significant impact in shaping core technology architecture, enabling faster

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a cloud-based production environment (AWS preferred).
• 5+ years of Infrastructure as Code in production (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK).
• 5+ years scripting or system programming (Bash, Python, PowerShell, or Ruby).
• 3+ years managing production infrastructure with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Puppet and/or Ansible in live environments.
• Deep familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, TeamCity, Bamboo) in AWS contexts.
• Strong Git experience and understanding of modern SDLC and 12-factor apps.
• Ability to articulate infrastructure strategies and decisions clearly.
• Excellent troubleshooting and multitasking in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and continuous improvement of DevOps practices with AWS emphasis.
• Architect, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using IaC and config mgmt tools.
• Collaborate with Development, QA, and Security to embed DevSecOps across SDLC.
• Design and support automated CI/CD pipelines on AWS as part of an internal platform.
• Analyze AWS resource trends and provide optimization, performance, and cost guidance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues across environments.
• Promote modernization toward cloud-native architectures and delivery models.
• Maintain documentation to support operational excellence.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices.
• Keep stakeholders informed with clear reporting; participate in after-hours support as needed.

Skills

Cloud architecture

CI/CD practices

Troubleshooting

DevSecOps collaboration

Mentorship & leadership

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

CDK

Puppet

Ansible

Jenkins

TeamCity

Bamboo

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description:

About Priority

Priority Technology Holdings, Inc. is a leading financial technology company on a mission to deliver a personalized, easy-to-adopt financial tool set that accelerates cash flow and optimizes working capital for businesses. Our vision is to eliminate the barriers to unlocking revenue - empowering businesses to grow faster and operate smarter.

We achieve this through the Priority Commerce Engine, an innovative platform that combines payables, acquiring, and banking and treasury solutions. This unified approach allows businesses to streamline financial operations, reduce unnecessary costs, and uncover new revenue opportunities.

At Priority, were driven by results. We expect our people to be known for results - bringing expertise, momentum, and relentless focus to every challenge, helping our clients and each other thrive.

About the Role

The Senior DevOps Engineer plays a pivotal role in driving the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices across our organization. With a strong emphasis on AWS, this role is responsible for building highly available, resilient, and secure systems that support our fin-tech platform. You will lead the deployment of infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code, support CI/CD pipeline development, and work closely with cross-functional teams—including Development, QA, and Security—to ensure a robust and streamlined software delivery lifecycle. This is a highly impactful opportunity to influence core technology architecture while enabling faster, safer, and more scalable product delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of DevOps practices with a strong emphasis on AWS infrastructure, automation, and scalability
• Architect, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK) and configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet, Ansible)
• Collaborate with Development, QA, and Security teams to embed DevSecOps practices into every stage of the software development lifecycle
• Design and support highly automated CI/CD build and deployment pipelines on AWS as part of an internal developer platform
• Analyze AWS resource utilization trends and deliver strategic recommendations for optimization, performance, and cost-efficiency
• Troubleshoot and resolve escalated production issues across environments
• Propose modernization strategies for legacy applications and workflows, moving toward cloud-native architectures and delivery models
• Write and maintain comprehensive technical documentation that supports operational excellence
• Mentor junior DevOps engineers, modeling technical best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Keep stakeholders informed through clear, consistent communication and reporting
• Participate in after-hours support rotation and implementation efforts as needed

What Success Looks Like

• Core systems and cloud environments are highly available, automated, and secure
• Software delivery pipelines are efficient, self-service enabled, and integrated with security and compliance controls
• Production issues are resolved quickly, with systemic improvements made to prevent recurrence
• Infrastructure usage is cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with growth and performance needs
• Junior engineers are effectively supported and upskilled through mentorship and documentation
• Product, engineering, and operations teams experience faster release cycles and greater stability due to DevOps practices
• The DevOps team is recognized as a trusted, high-impact partner across the business

Requirements

Required

• 8+ years in a cloud-based (preferably AWS) production environment
• Strong Linux system experience (Red Hat or Oracle Linux preferred)
• 5+ years of Infrastructure as Code experience in production (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK)
• 5+ years of scripting or system programming experience (Bash, Python, PowerShell, or Ruby)
• 3+ years of managing production infrastructure using Docker and Kubernetes
• Proven experience with Puppet and/or Ansible in live environments
• Deep familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, TeamCity, or Bamboo in AWS contexts
• Production experience with Git or similar distributed version control systems
• Strong understanding of modern software development lifecycle principles and 12-factor app methodology
• Ability to clearly articulate infrastructure strategies and technical decisions
• Excellent troubleshooting and multitasking skills in fast-paced environments

Preferred

• AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer)
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA or CKAS)
• Experience managing Windows Servers in AWS
• Familiarity with open-source tooling and methodology
• Experience working in large-scale enterprise or datacenter environments (100+ servers/VMs)

Benefits

• 5 Days Working
• One Complimentary Meal per Day
• Internet Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement
• Group Medical Insurance
• Mental Health support benefits
• Relocation Assistance (if Applicable)