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Sr. DevOps Engineer / AWS / Kubernetes

Motion Recruitment
Cary, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/17/2026
This fast-growing technology organization builds modern, customer-facing applications used worldwide. They foster a collaborative, agile environment with a global team and encourage innovation, ownership, and the freedom to use the right tools to get the job done.

They are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to help design, build, and scale their AWS-based infrastructure. This is a hands-on role focused on infrastructure-as-code, automation, Kubernetes operational excellence, and environment reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with AWS, Terraform, and Kubernetes (preferably EKS), along with a passion for building scalable, maintainable systems that empower engineering teams. This role will be hybrid in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience designing and implementing infrastructure within Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Strong Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) skills using Terraform
  • Hands-on experience managing and operating Kubernetes, ideally Amazon EKS
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Bash, Python, or PowerShell)
  • Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline, etc.)
  • Solid understanding of cloud networking, monitoring, and security best practices
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown

  • 70% Infrastructure automation & cloud operations
  • 30% Collaboration, monitoring, and process improvement

Daily Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and enhance AWS infrastructure to support application growth and scalability
  • Develop and maintain Terraform modules for consistent, repeatable deployments
  • Operate and optimize EKS clusters, including workloads, scaling, and security
  • Collaborate with development teams to improve CI/CD workflows and streamline delivery
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize reliability
  • Implement automation to reduce manual effort and strengthen security posture
  • Contribute to long-term DevOps strategy and cloud infrastructure roadmap

The Offer

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) plan for retirement savings
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted By: Jackie Baker

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