Gangadaran Rajee
Hamilton,New Zealand
Summary
DevOps/Cloud Engineer with over 7+ years of hands-on experience in designing, deploying, and automating cloud infrastructure across Primary AWS and other cloud environments. Skilled in Kubernetes, Terraform, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Delivery, and cloud security. Leading DevOps and Cloud Teams. Currently based in New Zealand with open work VISA valid until 2028, ready to contribute immediately to innovative and high-performing cloud teams, willing to relocate anywhere in New Zealand as per the requirement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Cloud Engineer
JIDEA Solution
01.2024 - Current
- Championed containerization initiatives using Docker/Kubernetes platforms that increased application scalability while reducing overheads associated with traditional virtualization techniques. (EKS, ECS)
- Designing, implementing, and maintaining infrastructure as code using Terraform
- Optimized existing cloud environments by identifying bottlenecks and implementing best practices for performance improvements.
- Integrated DevOps methodologies into the team''s workflow, leading to improved collaboration between developers and operations staff.
- Optimizing and Managing Infrastructure on AWS Cloud
- Writing automation scripts in Python and provisioning infrastructure using Terraform & Terragrunt
- Configuring AWS VPC, VPN, Security Groups, WAF, and firewall rules
- Designing cloud architectures ensuring 99.99%+ uptime and DR
- Managing AWS VPN for secure hybrid cloud integration
Associate Technical Lead - Cloud Service
SyscoLABS (Pvt) Ltd
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Supported smooth product releases by coordinating efforts between development, quality assurance, and operations teams.
- Enhanced software efficiency by leading the team in optimizing code and implementing best practices.
- Delivered high-quality projects on time by managing resources effectively and efficiently.
- Developed technical requirement documentation for new software products.
- Improved systems with addition of new features and infrastructure.
- Integrated DevOps methodologies into the team''s workflow, leading to improved collaboration between developers and operations staff.
- Spearheaded troubleshooting efforts within complex multi-cloud environments, resolving issues swiftly to minimize downtime.
Senior DevOps Engineer
Nuri GmbH
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Reduced deployment times with the introduction of CI/CD pipelines for multiple projects.
- Developed custom scripts using Python or Bash languages to automate repetitive tasks or integrate disparate systems effectively streamlining workflows across departments.
- Streamlined infrastructure management through automation using industry-leading tools such as Ansible, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
- Championed a DevOps culture within the organization that emphasized collaboration between development, operations, and QA teams for seamless software delivery.
- Implemented deployment strategies using container orchestration tools such as Docker, ECS.
- Automated AWS infrastructure and deployments with Jenkins
- Source code management via GitHub Enterprise
- AWS Cloud Security and service architecture design
Senior DevOps Engineer / DevOps Manager
BlackSwan Technologies (PVT) LTD
07.2019 - 11.2021
- Implemented deployment strategies using container orchestration tools such as GoogleGKS AWS ECS.
- Managed AWS assets and integrated multiple AWS resources into solutions appropriate for company projects.
- Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by IT personnel in future projects.
- Reduced deployment times with the introduction of CI/CD pipelines for multiple projects.
- Streamlined infrastructure management through automation using industry-leading tools such as Ansible, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
- Maintained metrics visibility using Datadog and Prometheus/Grafana to create useful dashboards and monitors.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in the software delivery process.
- Evaluated emerging technologies in the DevOps space and recommended strategic adoption of solutions that aligned with organizational goals and requirements.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
- Optimized cloud resource usage by analyzing cost metrics and making recommendations for more efficient configurations.
- Maintained systems that monitored applications and infrastructure.
- Improved release management processes by introducing version control systems such as Git for tracking changes throughout the software lifecycle.
Senior DevOps Engineer - Cloud
ESSHVA TECHQ (PVT) LTD
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Managing Applications on AWS with Automated Deployment using Cloud Formation stacks, Terraform.
- Running entire Software lifecycle pipelines via Jenkins and Octopus Deployment.
- Monitoring and Alerting Cloud Deployed applications via Zabbix and AWS SNS, Cloud Watch and Cloud Watch rules.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Master of Business Informatics - undefined
ICL Business School
01.2025
BSc Honours - Computer Networking
Birmingham City University
01.2018
Skills
- Cloud-native and Container orchestration: EKS, ECS, Docker, Kubernetes
- Infrastructure automation with Terraform and AWS Cloud Formation, CDK
- Automation with Jenkins and GitHub Actions
- Effective AWS cost control strategies
- Skilled in Python and Golang programming
- Scripting in Bash and Python
- AWS Services: EC2, ECS, Fargate, EKS, RDS, VPC, S3, KMS, Route53, API Gateway, Lambda, ELB, IAM, VPN Site-to-Site, CloudFront, Cloud Trail, Cloud Watch, ACM
- Cloud Platforms and OS: AWS (Primary), GCP, Azure, Linux, Windows
- Monitoring and logging
- Cloud architecture design
- DevOps methodologies
Certification
- AWS SysOps Administrator Associate - 2018-2021
- CKA - Certified Kubernetes Administrator - 2024-2026
- CCNA - 2013 - 2016
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Sinhala
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Cloud Engineer
JIDEA Solution
01.2024 - Current
Associate Technical Lead - Cloud Service
SyscoLABS (Pvt) Ltd
05.2022 - 01.2024
Senior DevOps Engineer
Nuri GmbH
12.2021 - 03.2022
Senior DevOps Engineer / DevOps Manager
BlackSwan Technologies (PVT) LTD
07.2019 - 11.2021
Senior DevOps Engineer - Cloud
ESSHVA TECHQ (PVT) LTD
02.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Business Informatics - undefined
ICL Business School
BSc Honours - Computer Networking
Birmingham City University
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