Cloud Engineer

Cloud Network Engineer (AWS & Dev Ops)

Location:

Chennai
Working model:  Hybrid / Onsite as required

The Role
We are seeking a  hands-on Cloud Network Engineer  with  strong AWS networking and Dev Ops experience  to design, build, and  automate  large-scale cloud networking platforms across complex enterprise environments.
This role is firmly  delivery-focused . You will be expected to work at a  practical, implementation level , owning AWS networking and automation day to day, not just producing designs.
You’ll play a key role in delivering  cloud-native, automation-led network solutions , enabling secure, scalable platforms across multi-account and hybrid estates.

What You’ll Be Doing
AWS Cloud Networking (Hands-On)
Design,  build, and operate  AWS networking services in production environments
Implement  multi-account AWS networking , including:
VPC design and segmentation
Transit Gateway  (multi-region awareness)
Private Link and routing strategies
Own low-level implementation details, not just high-level architecture
Contribute to architecture governance with  practical, buildable designs

Hybrid & Enterprise Connectivity
Deliver  hands-on hybrid connectivity  between AWS and on-prem / enterprise networks
Implement and operate:
AWS Direct Connect  (VIFs, LAGs, resiliency)
IPSec VPNs and BGP-based routing
Hybrid DNS solutions
Troubleshoot real-world routing and connectivity issues in production

Dev Ops, Automation & Infrastructure as Code (Core to the Role)
Build and maintain network automation  using:
Terraform (primary) and/or Cloud Formation
APIs and scripting
Operate  CI/CD pipelines  for network and IaC changes using Git Hub (or equivalent)
Use Git as the  system of record  for all network changes
Implement:
Code reviews and branching strategies
Automated testing and validation
Security scanning and compliance gates
Integrate automation into operational processes (change, documentation, CMDB)
This role requires  proven, hands-on Dev Ops experience  not just familiarity.

Security & Zero Trust Networking
Implement  AWS-native security controls  and segmentation patterns
Design and operate:
Centralised egress and inspection
Cloud firewalls and traffic steering
Work with identity-aware and posture-based access models
Exposure to  Zscaler ZIA/ZPA  or similar secure service edge solutions is highly desirable

Operational Delivery & Onsite Work
Support the transition of automated platforms into live operations
Embed observability and logging (flow logs, monitoring, SIEM integration)
Participate in change windows and stakeholder communications
When required:
Perform onsite network installs and cutovers
Support racking, cabling, staging, testing, and troubleshooting

Essential Skills & Experience
Strong, hands-on AWS networking experience  in production environments
Demonstrable delivery of:
VPCs, Transit Gateway, routing, and segmentation
Direct Connect and hybrid connectivity
Proven Dev Ops capability , including:
Terraform (or equivalent IaC)
CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and networking
Git-based workflows and code reviews
Solid understanding of:
Routing, TCP/IP, BGP
Network security fundamentals
Comfortable working at  low-level technical detail , not just conceptual design
Clear communicator able to explain complex technical decisions

Desirable Experience
Multi-region AWS networking designs
Advanced Transit Gateway and routing patterns
Secure service edge / Zscaler architectures
Gateway Load Balancer, traffic inspection patterns
Azure or GCP networking exposure
Financial services, regulated, or large-scale enterprise environments

Certifications (Strongly Preferred)
AWS Advanced Networking – Specialty
AWS Solutions Architect – Professional
AWS Dev Ops Engineer or Security certifications
Network or cloud security certifications (e.g. CISSP, Zscaler, GIAC)

Travel & Onsite Requirements
Willingness to travel (up to ~25%, project dependent)
Comfortable working onsite for critical delivery activities
Happy to be hands-on with physical network tasks when required