Senior Cloud Engineer, Allianz

Allianz

Location:
India, Pune

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in software development and DevOps to lead our efforts in automating Cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will focus on building automation for Cloud Landing Zones and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation and maintenance of cloud solutions.

Job Responsibility:

Design, implement, and maintain scalable and efficient cloud-based solutions on AWS and Azure
Lead initiatives to automate cloud infrastructure
Collaborate with teams to integrate best practices in development, code quality, and automation
Guide and mentor development teams, providing expertise in DevOps and automation practices
Contribute to the design and implementation of cloud applications using serverless architectures, Kubernetes, and event-driven patterns
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployments, utilizing GitOps methodologies
Apply security best practices to design and implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms
Monitor and optimize the performance, scalability, and reliability of cloud applications
Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and development trends, applying new tools and frameworks as needed
Ensure software systems meet functional and non-functional requirements while adhering to best practices in software design, testing, and security
Foster continuous improvement by sharing knowledge, conducting team reviews, and mentoring junior developers

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Cloud engineer or similar role, with a strong focus on AWS (Azure is a plus)
Solid experience in software development and DevOps practices
Expertise in AWS/Azure infrastructure automation
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Golang, or JavaScript
Experience with serverless architectures, Kubernetes, and event-driven patterns
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and GitOps methodologies
Strong understanding of cloud security best practices
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Strong communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have:

Experience in designing and working with No-SQL databases such as DynamoDB
Experience in leading and mentoring development teams
Expertise in software architecture, development, and systems testing with a strong focus on cloud technologies
Strong technical guidance and decision-making abilities to shape solutions and enforce development best practices
Proficient in applying quality gates, including code reviews, pair programming, and team review meetings
Experience in code management and release processes, with familiarity in Monorepo and Multirepo strategies
Solid understanding of functional programming principles, including list/map/reduce/compose techniques and familiarity with monads
Knowledge of SDLC, and adherence to DRY, KISS, and SOLID design principles
Proficient in managing security protocols such as ABAC, RBAC, JWT, SAML, AAD, and OIDC for authentication and authorization
Expertise in event-driven architecture, including queues, streams, batches, and pub/sub systems
Strong understanding of scalability, concurrency, and distributed systems
Experience with cloud networking and proxies
Expertise in CI/CD pipelines, GitFlow, and GitOps frameworks like Flux and ArgoCD
Polyglot programmer with expert-level proficiency in at least two languages (e.g., Python, TypeScript, GoLang)
Experience in operating Kubernetes clusters from a developer’s perspective, including custom CRDs, operators, and controllers
Experience in building serverless cloud applications
Strong team player with the ability to communicate and collaborate well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Proficient in using GitHub for version control, code reviews, and collaborative development
Experience working in agile teams, participating in sprints, and collaborating effectively in cross-functional teams
Fluency in UI development using React, Hooks, and TypeScript is a plus
Deep knowledge of AWS cloud services, with a basic understanding of Azure as a plus
Experience in developing and managing cloud infrastructures using Crossplane.io is a plus
Knowledge equivalent to AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional is a plus

What we offer:

We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad
We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location)
From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered
Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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