Senior Software Configuration/Release Engineer

Hello,

We are currently hiring for a Senior Software Configuration / Release Engineer to support the GTA s enterprise AWS environments. This is a senior-level opportunity focused on cloud automation, Infrastructure as Code, release engineering, and secure platform operations supporting statewide services.
 Position Details:
  Role: Senior Software Configuration/Release Engineer
  Location: Georgia, USA   Hybrid (2 Days Onsite Weekly)
  Interview Process: On-Site Interviews Only
  Duration: Long-Term Contract
 Key Responsibilities:
  Develop and maintain configuration management processes, policies, and standards for AWS environments
  Build, deploy, and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform
  Support automation pipelines using AWS CodeCommit, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, and CodePipeline
  Design and maintain automated AWS backup and patching solutions to ensure compliance and resiliency
  Manage SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle including installation, renewal, and validation
  Maintain detailed documentation and provide technical guidance on AWS and Terraform best practices
  Work closely with DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to support reliable statewide services
 Required Qualifications:
  Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience
  8+ years of configuration management or cloud engineering experience
  Strong hands-on AWS experience (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, ACM)
  Terraform and Infrastructure as Code expertise
  Experience with automated patching, backup solutions, and compliance workflows
  SSL/TLS certificate management and cloud security best practices
  Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
 Preferred Qualifications:
  AWS and/or Terraform Certifications
  State or local government project experience
  Scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
  Agile delivery or vendor management exposure
  Organizational Change Management (OCM) experience