Lead AWS DevOps Engineer

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Turkey; On-site; TRY 5,772,000 - 8,658,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave days

Referral bonuses

Private health insurance

Well-being events

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. in Turkey seeks a Lead AWS DevOps Engineer to drive cloud automation and scalable CI/CD pipelines across applications and infra.

You will design, implement, and maintain AWS-based solutions, IaC with Terraform and CloudFormation, and collaborate with development and operations teams to raise deployment reliability. We expect strong scripting in Bash/Python, experience with Git/GitLab/Jenkins and CodePipeline/CodeDeploy, plus knowledge of security best practices, networking,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with AWS DevOps methods and cloud delivery systems.
• Extensive background in CI/CD pipelines using Git, GitLab CI/CD, and Jenkins.
• Hands-on with AWS CodePipeline/CodeDeploy and related APIs.
• Terraform and AWS CloudFormation for IaC.
• Strong security practices including IAM roles and security groups.
• Scripting in Bash, Python; some Perl exposure.
• Experience with orchestration tools like Ansible/Puppet/Rundeck.
• Linux/Unix proficiency and networking fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes; ECS/ECR/EC2; RDS/Aurora/DynamoDB; Elasticsearch.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines for applications and infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain AWS cloud solutions focused on automation, scalability, and security.
• Lead IaC efforts with Terraform and CloudFormation across environments.
• Improve deployment workflows and source control with Git, GitLab, Jenkins, CodePipeline, CodeDeploy.
• Collaborate with dev and infra teams on deployment, monitoring, and reliability best practices.
• Drive tooling improvements, platform upgrades, and DevOps maturity initiatives.
• Ensure cloud security alignment (IAM, SGs, access controls).
• Assist with networking tasks across AWS and on-prem setups.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

AWS

CI/CD

Linux/Unix

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Git/GitLab/Jenkins

CloudFormation/Terraform

Security best practices (IAM, SGs)

Docker/Kubernetes

Ansible/Puppet/Rundeck

Networking fundamentals

Monitoring (CloudWatch/Datadog/Splunk)

SQL

Perl exposure

ECS/ECR/EC2

RDS/Aurora/DynamoDB

Elasticsearch

Tools

Terraform

AWS CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Puppet

Rundeck

Git

GitLab CI/CD

Jenkins

AWS CodePipeline

AWS CodeDeploy

Job description

We're looking for a talented and driven Lead AWS DevOps Engineer to become part of our team. We want someone who brings solid, practical expertise in AWS cloud platforms, building CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure, and integrating systems. The person in this position should feel at home collaborating with development, operations, and infrastructure groups, and should be enthusiastic about driving improvements to tools, upgrading platforms, and leading automation efforts within a large-scale enterprise setting.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines that support both application and infrastructure deliveryBuild and maintain AWS cloud solutions centered on automation, scalability, security, and dependabilityOversee and improve infrastructure-as-code setups using tools like Terraform and AWS CloudFormationStreamline operational and deployment workflows through Bash, Python, Shell scripting, and other applicable scripting toolsMaintain source control and support build/release workflows with tools including Git, GitLab, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, and AWS CodeDeployWork closely with development and infrastructure teams to establish best practices around deployment, monitoring, and reliabilityTake part in initiatives focused on improving tools and platforms, upgrading environments, and advancing DevOps practicesHelp maintain alignment between cloud environments and AWS security best practices, covering IAM roles, security groups, and other controlsProvide support for networking tasks across both AWS and on-premises setupsPlay a role in troubleshooting operational issues, conducting root cause analysis, and driving continuous improvementsRequirements7+ years of demonstrated experience working with AWS DevOps methods and cloud-based delivery systemsExtensive background in developing and integrating CI/CD pipelines, using tools such as Git, GitLab CI/CD, and JenkinsSkilled in AWS CodePipeline, AWS CodeDeploy, along with AWS APIs and other cloud-based toolsPractical experience working with Terraform and AWS CloudFormationDeep familiarity with AWS security best practices, covering IAM roles and policies, security groups, and principles of access control and secure setupCompetency in scripting and automation using Bash/Shell, Python, and SQLSome exposure to Perl for automation and scripting purposesPractical knowledge of orchestration and automation platforms like Ansible, Puppet, and RundeckStrong command of Linux/Unix systemsSolid grasp of networking fundamentals, spanning both cloud and on-premises connectivityWillingness and ability to engage in tooling improvements, platform upgrades, and broader DevOps advancement projectsEnglish proficiency at a B2+ level or higherNice to haveBackground working with monitoring, logging, and observability platforms such as Amazon CloudWatch, Datadog, and SplunkExposure to ELK Stack and Sumo LogicFamiliarity with other AWS services, such as ECS/ECR/EC2, RDS/Aurora/DynamoDB, and ElasticsearchUnderstanding of Lambda, SNS/SQS, and container/platform tools like Docker and KubernetesKnowledge of ALB/ELB and experience with hybrid environments blending cloud and on-premises infrastructurePrior experience operating within large, enterprise-level environmentsWe offerCONTINUOUS UPSKILLING, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENTDiversity of tasks and projectsAssessment center for objective review of competency levelPersonal development planMentoring programs and leadership developmentCertification and professional development supportAccess to learning platforms including more than 2,500 internal coursesEnglish courses taught by certified teachersCORPORATE BENEFITSExtra leave daysReferral bonusesCOMPENSATION PACKAGECompetitive compensation paid in USDRegular salary and performance reviewsMEDICAL & HEALTHCAREPrivate health insuranceWell-being eventsWORKING ENVIRONMENTRecreation areas and kitchensTea, coffee and snacksSports equipment and game consolesIT EquipmentMicrosoft’s Software Assurance Home Use Program (HUP)Please note that our Talent Attraction Team reviews applications and CVs submitted in English.EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.