GCP DevOps Specialist – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

GCP DevOps Specialist

We are seeking a passionate, high energy, GCP DevOps Specialist to join our growing and dynamic group. Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, inspires thought leadership, and helps us build better solutions for our people and clients. We are seeking someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration. If you are excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we would love to hear from you!

About Cognizant’s CIS Practice:

We support clients to modernize and transform their IT Infrastructure for the digital age. We design, build, optimize and discreetly run multi-cloud environments that support business strategies and integrate seamlessly with the larger technology ecosystem. No matter where customers are on their journey, we can help craft a cloud foundation that engineers their modern business, spurs innovation, scales up digital transformation efforts, and underpins sustainability commitments.

In this role, you should have

  • Solid Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and experience with tools like Terraform Deployment manager.
  • Good knowledge on VM image types (Mandatory), OS UNIX and LINUX OS.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Hands on experience with Scripting languages such as bash shell or Python.
  • Suggest workflow alterations to improve efficiency and success.

What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)

  • Should have hands-on experience of managing GCP services such as GCE GKE IAM GCS and other commonly used services before
  • Should have good experience with AWS and Azure.
  • Should have 4 – 5 years of experience in building deploying and debugging Terraform deployment templates in a Cloud Environment. (Mandatory)
  • General understanding of SaaS platforms / architectures and deployment types to support partner queries. (Mandatory)
  • Understanding of usage of Cloud APIs and integration.

What will help you stand out (preferred skills)

  • GCP Cloud Solution Architect certification- Nice to have
  • GCP Foundation Certification- Nice to have

 

At Cognizant, we’re eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you’d be beneficial to this role.

 

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

 

Working arrangements

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Ontario and/or Nova Scotia, where our hubs are located. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

 

Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

The Cognizant community:

We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

  • Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
  • We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
  • We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
  • We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.