We are building a Lead DevOps Engineer role to own and evolve the AWS platform behind a custom VDI solution and cloud playtesting/streaming services. You will drive infrastructure-as-code, ECS/EKS operations, AWS Lambda automation, and GitHub Actions CI/CD standards while optimizing GPU EC2 cost/performance and leading incident response across the platform. Apply now to help keep the platform reliable, efficient, and scalable
Responsibilities
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Design, build, and maintain AWS infrastructure with Terraform
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Manage Terraform workflows and remote state through HashiCorp Cloud Platform (HCP)
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Own the end-to-end infrastructure lifecycle, including provisioning, upgrades, decommissioning, and operational hygiene
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Operate ECS clusters to deploy and run microservices that support the platforms
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Administer EKS clusters that host and enable GitHub Actions runners, including necessary platform customizations
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Optimize and right-size GPU-enabled EC2 capacity to meet user experience goals under strict cloud cost controls
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Assess scaling behavior continuously, monitor utilization, and identify performance bottlenecks
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Implement and maintain AWS Lambda functions that automate cleanup tasks, on-demand provisioning, and operational workflows
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Standardize and improve GitHub Actions pipelines for Terraform plan/apply workflows, infrastructure releases, and container image build/publish/deploy processes
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Lead troubleshooting and service restoration for platform-wide degradations such as VDI session drops, authentication issues, and machine/storage failures
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Coordinate incident resolution across teams by driving investigation, mitigation, and follow-up actions
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Create and keep current run books, operational documentation, and onboarding materials
Requirements
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Proven 7+ years of experience in DevOps or platform engineering roles
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Deep expertise in AWS infrastructure architecture, provisioning, and full lifecycle management
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Hands-on proficiency with Terraform and HashiCorp Cloud Platform (HCP)
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Solid experience operating container orchestration using ECS and EKS
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Strong knowledge of GPU-enabled EC2 right-sizing, cloud cost management, and performance tuning
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Practical competency with AWS Lambda for event-driven automation
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Demonstrated background standardizing CI/CD using GitHub Actions pipelines
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Proven track record leading reliability engineering, troubleshooting, and incident resolution
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High ownership and accountability with the ability to work independently without close supervision
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Strong troubleshooting and systems thinking, staying calm and methodical during incidents
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Clear communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Effective prioritization in a Kanban workflow, balancing planned work with urgent interruptions
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English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level or higher
Nice to have
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Familiarity with Amazon GameLift Streams
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Understanding of streaming and playtesting platform needs
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Ability to triage urgent ad-hoc requests that fall outside the standard Kanban flow
We offer
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International projects with top brands
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Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
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Healthcare benefits
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Employee financial programs
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Paid time off and sick leave
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Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
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Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
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Global career opportunities
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Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
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EPAM Employee Groups
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Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
