Aws Engineer Iv
Rackspace Technology
Summary
Join our team as an L4 AWS Engineer and provide expert-level technical support for complex AWS-based solutions. You will lead critical incident response, architect solutions, and drive strategic initiatives. Key responsibilities include strategic planning for cloud adoption, architecture leadership for large-scale implementations, cluster management and operations, automation and IaC, innovation with emerging AWS technologies, governance and compliance, incident resolution leadership, mentorship and training, and collaboration with various teams. The role requires deep understanding of AWS core services, expertise in automation and scripting, proficiency in IaC tools, and knowledge of AWS security best practices. Preferred qualifications include specific AWS certifications. This is a permanent night shift position with a remote opportunity.
Requirements
- Deep understanding of AWS core services and advanced features
- Strong expertise in AWS automation, scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell), and CLI
- Proficiency in AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, and other infrastructure-as-code tools
- Knowledge of AWS security best practices, identity and access management, and networking
- Analyze future resource needs and plan capacity accordingly
- Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks
- Lead large-scale migration and modernization projects
- Implement cost-saving strategies and optimize resource utilization
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Customer-focused approach
Responsibilities
- Develop strategies for cloud adoption, migration, and multi-cloud/hybrid-cloud operations
- Align AWS solutions with business objectives and stakeholder requirements
- Design and oversee the implementation of large-scale, enterprise-level architectures
- Provide input for technology roadmaps and long-term AWS adoption plans
- Design, deploy, and manage scalable and highly available EKS clusters
- Manage Kubernetes objects like Pods, Deployments, StatefulSets, ConfigMaps, and manage Kubernetes resource scheduling, scaling, and lifecycle management
- Automate the provisioning of EKS clusters and associated AWS resources using Terraform or CloudFormation
- Develop and maintain Helm charts for consistent application deployments
- Implement GitOps workflows using tools like ArgoCD or FluxCD for continuous delivery
- Evaluate and implement emerging AWS technologies (e.g., AI/ML services, serverless architectures)
- Promote the use of containers (ECS, EKS) and microservices for modern application delivery
- Establish cloud governance policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards
- Lead audits and manage compliance for PCI, HIPAA, and other industry requirements
- Act as the final escalation point for critical incidents and outages
- Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and define preventive measures for recurring issues
- Mentor junior engineers and lead training programs on AWS best practices
- Represent the Managed Services team in client discussions and stakeholder presentations
- Partner with DevOps, product, and leadership teams to ensure seamless service delivery
- Act as a liaison between the Managed Services team and AWS account managers
Preferred Qualifications
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
- AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional
- AWS Certified Security - Specialty
- Additional advanced certifications as needed
Benefits
Remote opportunity for permanent night shift