AWS Cloud Engineer III - Pune/Bangalore/Delhi

As an AWS Cloud Engineer III, you will be responsible for architectural oversight, complex troubleshooting, security implementation, and automation in AWS environments. Your role includes designing cloud architectures, resolving issues in hybrid environments, conducting security audits, and developing CI/CD pipelines.

To excel as an AWS Cloud Engineer III, you need a deep understanding of AWS core services, automation and scripting skills (Bash, Python, PowerShell), and familiarity with security best practices. Experience with AWS CloudFormation and Terraform is crucial for managing infrastructure efficiently.

In the AWS Cloud Engineer III role, you'll provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Creating knowledge-sharing sessions and maintaining documentation on best practices will be key aspects of your leadership responsibilities.

While not mandatory, preferred certifications for the AWS Cloud Engineer III role include AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional, and AWS Certified Security - Specialty, which demonstrate your expertise and commitment to professional growth.

Cost management is essential for an AWS Cloud Engineer III, as you'll implement resource tagging strategies and utilize cost management tools to optimize operational expenses. This ensures our cloud spending aligns with our budget while maximizing service delivery.

When designing cloud architectures, I evaluate the specific requirements of the application, considering factors like performance, scalability, and security. I utilize the AWS Well-Architected Framework to ensure best practices are followed throughout the design.

I once encountered a multi-region connectivity issue that disrupted service. By using CloudTrail and VPC Flow Logs, I traced the problem to a misconfigured route table and implemented correct configurations which restored connectivity swiftly.

In AWS deployments, I prioritize implementing GuardDuty for threat detection, configuring AWS WAF for application security, and conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with standards like SOC2 and GDPR. This comprehensive approach helps maintain a secure environment.

I leverage tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation for infrastructure as code, enabling automated provisioning and configuration. This not only accelerates deployment times but also ensures consistency and reduces human error.

To optimize performance, I conduct thorough monitoring of workloads and identify bottlenecks using AWS CloudWatch. I then fine-tune resource allocation and scaling policies to ensure optimal performance without incurring unnecessary costs.

Managing EKS clusters involves deploying Kubernetes resources responsibly, setting up horizontal pod autoscaling for elasticity, and ensuring effective monitoring and logging to preemptively address any performance issues that may arise.

I have extensive experience in developing CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline and Jenkins. This includes automating the build and deployment processes, enabling faster delivery of updates and enhancing overall collaboration within teams.

Ensuring compliance involves regularly auditing the environment against industry standards, using AWS Security Hub for insights, and implementing IAM policies that enforce least privilege. Continuous education on compliance changes is also vital.

Disaster recovery is crucial as it minimizes downtime and data loss during unexpected events. I focus on designing robust failover strategies and regularly test these processes to ensure swift recovery of services when necessary.

I believe in hands-on mentorship through pairing on tasks, conducting knowledge-sharing sessions, and fostering an open environment where juniors feel comfortable asking questions. Providing constructive feedback helps them grow and build confidence.