Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation. Apexon brings together distinct core competencies in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents.
We enable #HumanFirstDIGITAL
Lead DevOps Engineer
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and support AWS-based architectures, ensuring scalability, reliability, performance, and security.
Act as a technical owner for DevOps practices, supporting end-to-end build, deployment, and release workflows.
Collaborate with application teams on cloud adoption, architecture reviews, and operational best practices.
CI/CD & Infrastructure as Code
Build, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD, aligned with enterprise standards.
Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform (HCL) for AWS resources.
Contribute to pipeline modernization efforts and support transition planning where experience across multiple CI/CD platforms adds value.
Enforce cybersecurity policies and controls throughout the SDLC and deployment lifecycle.
Integrate and manage security tools including DAST, SAST, SCA, penetration testing tools, and Sonar.
Own and coordinate deployment activities leveraging CI/CD pipelines and ServiceNow.
Provide leadership during production incidents, ensuring timely triage, communication, and resolution.
Perform deep-dive root cause analysis (RCA) for production issues and drive preventive actions.
Support Incident Management practices, ensuring SLAs, escalation procedures, and post-incident reviews are adhered to.
Own the DevOps and deployment architecture for the platform, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, maintainable, and aligned to enterprise standards.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team, driving best practices across cloud engineering, automation, release management, and operational support.
Partner effectively with development, security, QA, and operations teams to translate business and engineering needs into practical architecture and delivery plans.
Mandatory Skills & Experience
Experience building AWS environments
Strong AWS solution architecture knowledge with hands-on cloud implementation experience.
Proven experience with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning.
Experience using infrastructure as code
Experience developing code in at least one high-level programming language
Experience with AWS services such as ECS, EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, QuickSight, CloudFront, SQS, ElastiCache, and/or Lambda
Experience with multi-tier architectures
Experience creating automated infrastructures
Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD for pipeline creation and management.
Deep understanding of cybersecurity tools and practices, including DAST, SAST, SCA, penetration testing, and Sonar or equivalent code quality tools.
Proven ability to handle incident management, RCA, and production support activities.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to deep dive into complex production issues.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical architecture discussions, make sound design decisions, and own end-to-end DevOps solutions.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team collaboration skills; able to work well with cross-functional teams and influence outcomes.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Did you know that Apexon has been Certified by Great Place To Work , the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the three regions in which it operates: USA (for the fourth time in 2023), India (seven consecutive certifications as of 2023), and the UK.Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. You can read about our Job Applicant Privacy policy here Job Applicant Privacy Policy (apexon.com)
Our Commitment to Environment:
Actively contribute to Apexon's commitment to environmental responsibility by following sustainable practices and supporting ESG initiatives.
Our Perks and Benefits:
Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones. As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.
We also offer:
o Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
o 401K Plan
o Life Insurance, STD & LTD
o Paid Vacations & Holidays
o Paid Parental Leave
o FSA Dependent & Limited Purpose care
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