DevOps Engineer III - Transformation Focus (AWS/Cloud)

TL;DR

Senior DevOps Engineer (AWS/Cloud): Leading strategic cloud infrastructure initiatives, migrating from Elastic Beanstalk to ECS/Fargate and RDS to Aurora Serverless v2 with an accent on AWS CDK (Python) for infrastructure as code. Focus on optimizing PostgreSQL/Aurora databases, standardizing network infrastructure, building automation workflows, and implementing robust observability systems.

Location: Remote-first environment with flexible working hours across North America.

Company

hirify.global is a high-growth software company modernizing how utilities serve their communities with cloud-native customer service and operations platforms.

What you will do

• 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 and establish best practices.
• Optimize PostgreSQL and Aurora databases for performance, connection pool management, and capacity planning.
• Architect and standardize network infrastructure using VPCs, Transit Gateway, and security groups.
• Build automation workflows using Python, AWS Lambda, and Step Functions.
• Implement observability and monitoring systems using AWS native tools like CloudWatch and X-Ray.

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.
• Strong experience with PostgreSQL or Aurora, including performance tuning and query optimization.
• Proficient in Python for infrastructure automation and operational scripting.
• Experience with infrastructure as code using CloudFormation, Terraform, or AWS CDK.
• Deep understanding of AWS networking (VPCs, Transit Gateway, security groups).
• Solid Linux system administration skills and systematic troubleshooting methodology.
• Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice to have

• AWS Certifications (Solutions Architect Professional or DevOps Engineer Professional).
• Hands-on experience with AWS CDK using Python.
• Production experience with Aurora Serverless v2.
• Proven use of AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor).
• Experience leading technical projects and mentoring DevOps teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first environment with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive compensation package.
• Complete setup: MacBook + $500 for home workspace.
• Total Wellness: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.
• Recharge Time: Generous PTO, Summer Friday half-days, and unlimited sick days.
• Future Security: RRSP (Canada) and 401k (US) matching programs.
• Continuous Growth: $2,500 annual development fund and tuition assistance.
• Team Connection: Annual company events and team offsites.

Hiring process

• Initial interviews with Recruiter and Hiring Manager.
• Technical assessment: a take-home AWS exercise and a final technical interview where you present your solution.
• References and offer, including background check and identity verification.