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Lead AWS DevOps Engineer

Open 46d posting dated 2 weeks ago
This position is no longer accepting applications(closed Aug 9, 2026).

Summary

Lead AWS DevOps Engineer designs and automates cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and Kubernetes deployments for clients using Terraform and AWS services.

Are you a mastermind of cloud innovation and automation? We're seeking a visionary Lead AWS DevOps Engineer with experience in designing groundbreaking digital solutions that conquer complex business challenges. Your expertise will drive automated CI/CD pipelines, streamline production deployments and create AWS infrastructure with the power of Infrastructure as Code.

Join our community of 3,500+ cloud enthusiasts globally and work remotely across Latvia or connect with colleagues in our office. You will make the most out of thinking and acting like a start-up while staying in a highly professional corporate setting.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the trusted technical advisor for clients, resolving complex AWS Infrastructure and DevOps challenges
  • Enable application development by coordinating requirements, schedules and activities
  • Automate AWS Infrastructure and Platform Deployment with Infrastructure as Code
  • Assist clients in configuring and deploying their AWS infrastructure, encompassing services like accounts, identity and access management, network architecture, application security, observability, cost optimization and billing
  • Support clients in implementing AWS products through architecture guidance, best practices, data migration, capacity planning, implementation, troubleshooting, monitoring and more
  • Deploy to production using multiple deployment strategies
  • Take responsibility for automating system configurations using Configuration Management Tools
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines with automated build and test systems

Requirements

  • 5+ years of production experience in AWS
  • Proficiency in microservices, containers and container orchestration tools, preferably Kubernetes
  • Good Automation skills using AWS orchestration tools like Terraform, Cloud Formation
  • Expertise in AWS Services: Compute, Storage, Security, Network, Observability
  • Ability to propose, describe and defend technical solutions and make data-driven decisions
  • Expert knowledge of Linux and Bash
  • Understanding of SDLC and typical software development practices/methodologies
  • Great capability to design and implement monitoring tools

Nice to have

  • AWS Certifications

Benefits

We connect like-minded people:

  • Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
  • Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
  • Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
  • Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
  • Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth:

  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
  • Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
  • Free English classes with certified teachers

We cover it all:

  • Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
  • Medical & family care package
  • Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
  • Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
  • Discounts for fitness clubs and sports programs
  • Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

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