DevOps Engineer III - Transformation Focus Job at SpryPoint (Prince Edward Island)

DevOps Engineer III - Transformation Focus

SpryPoint

Location:
Canada , Prince Edward Island ▼
Halifax
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia
Ontario

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to lead strategic cloud infrastructure initiatives at SpryPoint. This role will drive migrations from Elastic Beanstalk to ECS/Fargate, RDS to Aurora Serverless v2, and the adoption of AWS CDK (Python) for infrastructure as code across our multi-tenant SaaS platform. You'll work with a skilled team managing extensive AWS infrastructure, applying AWS Well-Architected Framework principles to ensure reliability, security, and performance at scale. This is an opportunity to shape modern cloud operations while leveraging AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery and enable team self-service capabilities.

Job Responsibility:

Lead infrastructure migrations from Elastic Beanstalk to ECS/Fargate and RDS to Aurora Serverless v2 with zero downtime
Design and implement AWS CDK (Python) patterns for infrastructure as code, establishing team standards and best practices
Optimize PostgreSQL and Aurora databases for performance through query tuning, connection pool management, and capacity planning
Architect and standardize network infrastructure using VPCs, Transit Gateway, security groups, and routing aligned with AWS Well-Architected Framework
Build automation workflows using Python, AWS Lambda, and Step Functions to improve operational efficiency
Implement observability and monitoring systems using AWS native tools (CloudWatch, Application Signals, X-Ray, etc.) to proactively identify and resolve issues
Create comprehensive runbooks and documentation that enable team self-service and reduce dependencies
Mentor DevOps engineers on infrastructure fundamentals, AWS best practices, and effective use of AI-assisted development tools
Collaborate with engineering and security teams to maintain SOC2/PCI compliance while enabling rapid delivery
Drive operational excellence through systematic troubleshooting, incident response, and continuous improvement

Requirements:

5+ years managing production AWS infrastructure at scale, including ECS, Fargate, and container orchestration
Proven track record leading cloud migrations or infrastructure modernization projects from planning through production
Strong experience with PostgreSQL or Aurora including performance tuning, query optimization, and connection management
Proficient in Python for infrastructure automation, CLI tools, and operational scripting
Experience with infrastructure as code using CloudFormation, Terraform, or AWS CDK
Deep understanding of AWS networking including VPCs, Transit Gateway, security groups, NACLs, and routing
Solid Linux system administration skills and systematic troubleshooting methodology
Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to create clear technical documentation
Familiarity with AWS Well-Architected Framework principles and their application in production environments

Nice to have:

AWS Certifications such as Solutions Architect Professional or DevOps Engineer Professional
Hands-on experience with AWS CDK using Python for infrastructure definition
Production experience with Aurora Serverless v2 and understanding of its scaling characteristics
Proven use of AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor) to accelerate delivery while maintaining quality
Experience leading technical projects and mentoring DevOps or infrastructure teams
Background deploying and supporting JVM applications
Knowledge of AWS observability stack including CloudWatch, X-Ray, and OpenTelemetry
Familiarity with disaster recovery strategies, high availability patterns, and backup solutions in AWS
Understanding of AWS Control Tower and multi-account governance strategies

What we offer:

Remote-first environment with flexible working hours across North America
Comprehensive compensation package that grows with you
MacBook + $500 to create your ideal home workspace
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Generous PTO, Summer Friday half-days, and unlimited sick days
RRSP (Canada) and 401k (US) matching programs
$2,500 annual development fund, tuition assistance, and Book Bounty program
Annual company events and team offsites that bring us together

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 14, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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