Cloud Infrastructure DevOps Engineer

About the Role
As a Cloud Infrastructure DevOps Engineer, you will make an impact by designing, implementing, and optimizing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions across complex AWS environments. You will leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, containerization, and cloud governance best practices to support enterprise-scale platforms. You will be a valued member of the Cloud Infrastructure and Security team, working closely with architecture, security, networking, and application delivery teams.

In this role, you will

• Design, build, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, OpenTofu, and AWS CloudFormation.
• Manage and govern multi-account AWS environments using AWS Organizations and enterprise governance frameworks.
• Design and support AWS networking solutions including VPCs, Transit Gateway (TGW), Direct Connect, VPNs, Route 53, Security Groups, and Network ACLs.
• Implement and maintain IAM security controls including roles, policies, permission boundaries, IAM Identity Center (SSO), and federated identity integrations.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or equivalent automation platforms.
• Build, deploy, and manage containerized workloads using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, and operational tasks using Python, Bash, and PowerShell scripting.
• Embed security controls throughout the software development lifecycle, adhering to Secure SDLC best practices.
• Utilize Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools to identify, remediate, and continuously improve cloud security posture.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, networking, identity, security, and deployment challenges while maintaining operational excellence and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with architecture, security, and application teams to deliver secure, resilient, and scalable cloud solutions.

Work Model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Calgary, AB. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

• Strong hands-on expertise across core AWS services, including IAM, VPC, Route 53, CloudFormation, AWS Organizations, Direct Connect, and container services.
• Expert-level experience with AWS CloudFormation, including Stacks, StackSets, troubleshooting, debugging, remediation, and production support.
• Production experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, OpenTofu, and CloudFormation.
• Hands-on experience managing and governing enterprise-scale multi-account AWS environments through AWS Organizations.
• Strong knowledge of AWS networking concepts including VPC, Transit Gateway (TGW), Direct Connect, VPN, Route 53, Security Groups, and Network ACLs (NACLs).
• Deep understanding of IAM, IAM Roles, Policies, Permission Boundaries, IAM Identity Center (SSO), Federated Identity, and access governance best practices.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and optimizing CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or similar automation technologies.
• Hands-on experience deploying and supporting Docker and Kubernetes workloads in production environments.
• Experience implementing and maintaining security controls throughout the Secure SDLC lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools and cloud security best practices.
• Strong scripting, automation, and troubleshooting capabilities using Python, Bash, PowerShell, or other programming languages.

These will help you stand out

• Experience leading or supporting large-scale cloud transformation and modernization initiatives.
• AWS certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Advanced Networking, DevOps Engineer, or Security Specialty.
• Experience with Azure cloud services and multi-cloud environments.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to resolve complex cloud issues, mentor team members, and collaborate effectively across teams.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Total compensation
We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The base salary for this position ranges between $108,000.00 – 125,000.00 per year. Where the successful candidate may fall within the range depends on relevant education, work and/or management experience and other business-related and job-necessary qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Sobre a Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram resultados tangíveis e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.

A Cognizant é uma empregadora que investe em equidade. Sua candidatura não será pautada em raça, cor, gênero, sexualidade, credo, origem, deficiência, gravidez ou qualquer outra característica protegida pelas leis brasileiras.

Informações adicionais de emprego 
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Embora nosso sistema permita a candidatura em todos os idiomas, o(s) idioma(s) e o(s) nível(is) de proficiência exigidos para o trabalho variam. No entanto, é necessário um nível básico de inglês para fins de comunicação em toda a empresa. 

A Cognizant é uma empregadora que investe em equidade. Sua candidatura não será pautada em raça, cor, gênero, sexualidade, credo, origem, deficiência, gravidez ou qualquer outra característica protegida pelas leis brasileiras.

Se você tem uma deficiência que requer adaptações razoáveis para procurar uma vaga de emprego ou enviar uma candidatura, envie um e-mail para [email protected] com sua solicitação e informações de contato.