About Company
Crafting innovative cloud solutions requires vision and expertise, qualities we deeply value at Career.zycto. We are a dynamic tech firm, passionately committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in cloud infrastructure and software development. Our collaborative environment champions continuous learning and empowers engineers to take ownership of impactful projects. We believe in fostering a culture where your contributions directly shape our success and our clients’ digital transformations. If you thrive on solving complex AWS challenges and desire a place where your DevOps mastery is celebrated, Career.zycto offers the perfect platform for your next career ascent. Join us in shaping the future of cloud technology.
Job Description
Career.zycto is seeking a highly skilled and motivated AWS DevOps Engineer to join our growing team in Barton Hill, Bristol. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual passionate about designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS). You will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between development and operations, ensuring seamless deployment, monitoring, and scaling of our cutting-edge applications. We operate in a fast-paced, agile environment where innovation is not just encouraged, but expected.
As an AWS DevOps Engineer, you will be instrumental in automating our software delivery pipelines, enhancing system reliability, and driving efficiency across our engineering practices. We are looking for someone who breathes infrastructure as code, continuous integration, and continuous deployment (CI/CD). You will work closely with our development teams to understand their needs, provide expert guidance on AWS best practices, and implement solutions that accelerate product delivery and improve operational excellence. Your expertise will directly contribute to building resilient and high-performing systems that power our innovative services, supporting a diverse range of clients from various sectors. This role isn’t just about managing servers; it’s about enabling developers to ship code faster and more reliably, fostering a culture of shared responsibility and operational excellence.
Your day-to-day will involve designing and implementing scalable cloud architectures using services like EC2, ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, RDS, and VPC. You’ll manage infrastructure through IaC tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation, ensuring version control and auditability for all infrastructure changes. Setting up comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems using AWS CloudWatch, Prometheus, or Grafana will be key to proactive issue resolution. Furthermore, you will be responsible for troubleshooting complex production issues, optimizing cloud resource utilization to manage costs effectively, and ensuring our environments adhere to stringent security and compliance standards, implementing best practices for identity and access management (IAM) and network security. This role demands a proactive problem-solver with a strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle and a commitment to continuous improvement. We foster an environment where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported through challenging projects, and you have access to professional development opportunities. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and contribute to a forward-thinking technology company, shaping the future of cloud solutions, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage scalable, highly available, and secure AWS infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines for automated software delivery and deployment.
- Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex production issues, and optimize cloud resource utilization.
- Ensure security best practices and compliance (e.g., IAM, network security) across all cloud environments.
- Collaborate closely with development teams to support application deployment, scaling, and operational needs.
- Automate operational tasks to improve efficiency, reliability, and reduce manual effort.
- Manage and optimize database infrastructure, including RDS instances and DynamoDB.
- Participate in on-call rotations for critical production support, ensuring system uptime and performance.
- Conduct post-incident reviews to identify root causes and implement preventative measures and continuous improvements.
Required Skills
- Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, with a strong focus on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- Strong proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash for automation.
- Expertise with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, specifically Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
- Extensive experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline/CodeBuild).
- Deep understanding and practical experience with core AWS services including EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda, IAM, CloudWatch, and EKS/ECS.
- Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, AWS EKS).
- Proficiency in Linux administration and command-line tools.
- Solid understanding of networking concepts (DNS, Load Balancing, Firewalls) and security best practices in cloud environments.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills for complex distributed systems.
- Experience with version control systems, especially Git.
Preferred Qualifications
- AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional, AWS Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional).
- Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).
- Familiarity with serverless architectures and frameworks (e.g., AWS SAM, Serverless Framework).
- Experience with database administration and optimization for PostgreSQL, MySQL, or NoSQL databases.
- Knowledge of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary package and performance-based bonuses.
- Generous annual leave allowance starting at 25 days plus public holidays.
- Comprehensive private medical insurance for you and your family.
- Life assurance and income protection schemes.
- Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Dedicated professional development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences.
- Flexible hybrid work model, blending office collaboration with remote work convenience.
- A vibrant, collaborative, and inclusive company culture.
- Regular social events, team-building activities, and employee recognition programs.
- Cycle to Work scheme and other wellness initiatives.
- Modern, well-equipped office space with excellent amenities in Barton Hill.
How to Apply
To seize this exciting opportunity, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button below to submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this AWS DevOps Engineer role at Career.zycto. We look forward to reviewing your application!
