Cloud Operations Engineer II

As a Cloud Operations Engineer II at Zafin, your responsibilities include building and maintaining Zafin's SaaS environment on the public cloud, managing periodic maintenance of environments, troubleshooting any environmental issues, and enhancing operational efficiency. You'll also design automated deployment processes, communicate with stakeholders about release schedules, and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.

To qualify for the Cloud Operations Engineer II position at Zafin, candidates should have a graduation or post-graduation degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Additionally, 4-10 years of experience in infrastructure deployment, solid knowledge of cloud computing, strong hands-on experience with Azure, and proficiency in scripting languages are essential to succeed in this role.

Candidates for the Cloud Operations Engineer II role at Zafin should be familiar with a range of technologies including Azure cloud services, Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift, and Azure DevOps for automated deployment pipelines. Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or Ansible, as well as experience with Linux and application security on Azure, will greatly enhance your contributions to the team.

The team culture at Zafin is collaborative and inclusive, emphasizing teamwork and high-quality work. As a Cloud Operations Engineer II, you'll be part of a group that values diversity and knowledge sharing, allowing you to learn from others while also mentoring your peers. Zafin is recognized as a Great Place to Work®, making it an excellent environment for personal and professional growth.

At Zafin, Cloud Operations Engineers have robust opportunities for career advancement. With ongoing employee development programs, mentorship, and access to cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have the chance to grow your skillset and advance your career. The company encourages learning, with paths that can lead to senior engineering roles or specialized positions within the organization.

In your response, focus on specific cloud technologies you've worked with, especially Azure, and illustrate how you've deployed applications in a cloud environment. Highlight any projects where you resolved challenges and the methods you used, showcasing your technical knowledge.

Discuss the automated deployment tools you're familiar with, such as Azure DevOps, Terraform, or Ansible. Share examples of how you’ve implemented these tools to improve deployment efficiency and mention any challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

Explain your approach to application security on cloud platforms like Azure. Talk about tools and practices you use to safeguard deployed applications, such as configuring firewalls, encryption, and compliance with best practices.

Provide a specific example of a complex problem you encountered. Detail the steps you took to analyze the issue, the solutions you implemented, and the outcomes. This illustrates your troubleshooting skills and ability to work under pressure.

Share your experience with IaC, particularly using tools like Terraform or Ansible. Discuss how you have used IaC to automate infrastructure deployment, highlighting the benefits it brought to configuration consistency and deployment speed.

Highlight best practices such as keeping release cycles short, using automated testing, and ensuring thorough documentation. Discuss how these practices have contributed to previous projects' success in terms of efficiency and reducing downtime.

Discuss your methods for keeping current with cloud advancements, such as participating in online courses, attending webinars, or reading industry publications. Emphasize your commitment to continual learning.

Mention tools like Azure Monitor or ELK Stack that you've used for log management. Explain how proactive monitoring has helped you identify and resolve issues quickly in previous roles.

Share strategies such as prioritizing based on urgency or business impact, using task management tools, and regularly communicating with team members to stay aligned. Provide concrete examples from your past experience.

Craft a compelling response that speaks to your passion for cloud technologies and your desire to contribute to Zafin's mission. Mention Zafin’s reputation in the industry, its collaborative culture, and any specific aspects of the role that attract you.