Principal AWS DevOps Engineer

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve CI/CD pipelines across multiple engineering teams
• Design and automate AWS infrastructure using Terraform (or OpenTofu)
• Rebuild parts of the pipeline where needed
• Push automation deeper into everything — builds, deployments, security, monitoring
• Migrate older systems to modern cloud architectures
• Partner directly with software engineers
• Make technical decisions and explain the “why” behind them
• Improve reliability, performance, security, and cost efficiency
• Step in and solve problems instead of waiting for tickets

Requirements

• 6+ years building and operating AWS infrastructure
• Strong scripting (Bash required, Python a big plus)
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / CloudFormation)
• Real CI/CD experience (CodePipeline, CodeBuild, or similar)
• Deep understanding of AWS services in production
• SaaS platform experience
• Strong automation mindset
• Security awareness (IAM, WAF, KMS, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, etc.)
• Comfort working across multiple engineering teams

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with AWS services and tools.

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.

Skills

• AWS Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• CI/CD Pipeline Design and Automation
• Security Awareness (IAM, WAF, KMS, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, etc.)
• Strong Scripting Skills (Bash, Python)
• Experience with Serverless Architectures
• Experience with SaaS Platforms

Benefits

Competitive salary range: $160,000 – $190,000 + Bonus

Great benefits package

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Family-friendly work environment

Profitable and recession-proof industry

Modern, innovative technology stack

Autonomy and control over technical direction

Hands-on, fast-paced engineering culture

Pay

$160,000 – $190,000 + Bonus

Schedule

Full-time remote position