Cloud Engineer, AWS at AHEAD

Gurugram, Haryana, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, Cloud ComputingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5 years of hands-on experience with AWS cloud platform
Proven experience in infrastructure deployment, configuration management, and automation
Strong proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals—VPC, Subnets, Route Tables, Security Groups, NACLs, and VPN
Experience managing EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, ECS/EKS, and CloudFront
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (CloudWatch, Datadog, ELK, Prometheus)
Good understanding of security and compliance controls in AWS (IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub)
Experience integrating AWS environments with CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks
Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and documentation abilities
Required (at least one): AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities
Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and manage AWS cloud infrastructure following AWS Well-Architected Framework and security best practices
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK to ensure repeatability and automation
Perform cloud migrations of workloads, applications, and data to AWS, ensuring minimal downtime and security compliance
Automate operations using scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Monitor and optimize AWS resources using CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config, and third-party tools such as Datadog, Prometheus, or Grafana
Work closely with customers to understand business goals, translate them into technical solutions, and implement cloud architectures accordingly
Support CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline) and integrate DevOps best practices into deployment workflows
Implement and manage identity and access controls (IAM, AWS Organizations, SCPs) and maintain strong governance and compliance posture
Participate in incident response, problem management, and performance tuning for AWS-hosted environments
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and contribute to knowledge-sharing and documentation within the team
Stay current with new AWS services and emerging technologies to enhance solution quality and efficiency

Skills

AWS

Terraform

CloudFormation

CDK

Python

Bash

PowerShell

CloudWatch

CloudTrail

AWS Config

Datadog

Prometheus

Grafana

IAM

CI/CD

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

AWS CodePipeline

AHEAD

Digital transformation and cloud consulting services

About AHEAD

AHEAD specializes in digital transformation services, focusing on helping medium to large enterprises modernize their IT infrastructure. The company offers a range of services including cloud migration, automation, and infrastructure optimization, primarily using Microsoft Azure. AHEAD's products work by providing tailored consulting and managed services that guide clients through the complexities of digital transformation. What sets AHEAD apart from its competitors is its deep expertise in cloud solutions and a strong client-centric approach, which has been validated by achieving Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Azure. The company's goal is to empower organizations to take control of their digital transformation journeys and achieve sustainable success.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2007Year Founded

BUYOUTCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Risks

Emerging cloud service providers offer similar services at lower costs.

Rapid technological advancements may outpace AHEAD's solution updates.

Economic downturns could reduce spending on digital transformation projects.

Differentiation

AHEAD specializes in digital transformation with a focus on cloud solutions.

The company achieved Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Microsoft Azure.

AHEAD offers tailored solutions for cloud migration and infrastructure optimization.

Upsides

Increased demand for hybrid cloud solutions aligns with AHEAD's expertise.

Growing interest in AI-driven IT operations presents new opportunities for AHEAD.

The rise of edge computing offers AHEAD opportunities in edge-to-cloud solutions.

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