DevOps Engineer Specialist (AWS & Java)
Nasdaq · Mumbai Metropolitan Region
- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Mumbai Metropolitan Region
Job highlights
- Build, support, and enhance critical market applications.
- Develop and automate IaC, CI/CD, security, monitoring.
- Provide critical production support during US night hours.
- Collaborate with global Nasdaq teams on solutions.
- Requires 5-7 years DevOps and software development experience.
About the role
DevOps Engineer Specialist (AWS & Java)
An opportunity to join the Market Platforms organization in a strong and experienced team of Software Development and DevOps specialists to build, support and enhance operational efficiency of numerous applications, critical to running Nasdaq markets on 23 x 5 online schedule.
As DevOps Engineer Specialist, you will develop, enhance and automate IaC, CI/CD, security, monitoring and alerting for a number of applications. When production support is required, you will focus on answering support calls and resolving production issues with infrastructure and software during the US night hours.
The key skills in a candidate include automation tools, cloud services, IaC practices and system administration techniques, ensuring efficient and reliable operation of modern IT environments. Additional good to have skills will include a knowledge of software development, building microservices, RESTful API and browser-based user interfaces. In short, we are looking for someone who is well-rounded in DevOps Practices and can cross over to Software Engineering in some capacity as the situation demands.
Besides working closely with your colleagues in Mumbai, you will also work closely with Nasdaq teams in other countries.
Role Responsibilities
- Develop infrastructure and software solutions in accordance with standards and practices.
- Work with architects to capture requirements and develop solutions for new projects.
- Streamlines and automates IT Operations & Processes.
- Work with engineering teams to invent development processes for new projects.
- Identify, prescribe solutions and implement remediation as required by InfoSec findings.
- Serve as a knowledge resource for advice and mentorship on technical issues, both internally to the DevOps team and externally to other engineering teams.
- Maintain infrastructure, repair bugs, and respond to downtime in accordance with the business continuity plan.
- Provide support for software engineering teams.
- Conduct all business in accordance with policies and procedures.
- All other duties as assigned.
We expect you to have (Minimum Qualifications)
- At least 5-7 years of experience as a DevOps engineer, with contributions to software development.
- Experienced in core principles of DevOps and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
- Experience in AWS, or similar cloud technologies.
- Experience in building, testing, and maintaining the infrastructure with Terraform, or similar tools.
- Experience in Linux commands, shell scripting, and Linux Administration.
- Experience in working with Containerized environments with Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience in building a CI/CD pipeline for automated building, testing, and deploying both the infrastructure and code.
- Passion for learning new technologies and staying updated with industry trends that help you improve your skills and knowledge.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills that enable you to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
- Good communication and collaboration skills that enable you to work well with developers, stakeholders, and users.
- Creativity and innovation in creating solutions that meet user needs and expectations and deliver value to the business.
- Attention to detail and quality assurance to ensure your software products are of high quality and meet the standards and requirements.
- Adaptability and flexibility to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and cope with changing priorities and deadlines.
- A genuine interest in the financial industry and learning about the markets, products, and services that Nasdaq offers.
Education Qualification
Degree qualified in a discipline related to Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience.
It Would Be Great If You Have (Preferred Qualifications)
- Knowledge of Equities trading.
- Experience with real-time, high-throughput applications.
- Understanding of data lakes and data warehousing.
- Experience with any or all of the following technologies - Java, Spring, Spring boot, Kafka, Kotlin, relational database.
- Build tools: Maven and Git.
- Java Frameworks (Keycloak, OpenSearch).
- JSON, RESTful web-services, and Microservices.
- Web-security skills: SAML, encryption, certificates, web attack protection.
- JUnit, automated testing, and test-driven development experience.
Does it sound like you?
As the selection process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible. We will get back to you in 2-3 weeks.
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
Key skills/competency
- DevOps Engineer Specialist
- AWS
- Java
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- CI/CD
- Terraform
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Linux
- System Administration
Skills & topics
- DevOps Engineer
- Specialist
- AWS
- Java
- Infrastructure as Code
- IaC
- CI/CD
- Terraform
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Linux
- System Administration
- Cloud Computing
- Software Development
- Market Platforms
- Production Support
- Automation
- Microservices
- RESTful API
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5-7 years of DevOps experience, IaC, AWS, CI/CD, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux skills. Emphasize any software development contributions.
- Showcase automation expertise: Provide specific examples of how you've automated IT operations and processes, developed CI/CD pipelines, and managed cloud infrastructure with tools like Terraform.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Detail instances where you've troubleshooted and resolved complex infrastructure and software issues, especially in a production support context.
- Express financial industry interest: Clearly state your genuine interest in the financial industry and Nasdaq's markets, products, and services in your application or cover letter.
- Prepare for technical and behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with AWS, Java, microservices, and your approach to collaboration, innovation, and adaptability.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the DevOps Engineer Specialist role at Nasdaq?
- The primary focus of the DevOps Engineer Specialist role at Nasdaq is to build, support, and enhance operational efficiency of critical market applications. This involves developing and automating Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, security, monitoring, and alerting. Additionally, the role includes providing production support during US night hours.
- What are the minimum experience requirements for this DevOps Engineer Specialist position?
- The minimum qualifications for this DevOps Engineer Specialist position include 5-7 years of experience as a DevOps engineer with contributions to software development. Experience with core DevOps principles, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AWS or similar cloud technologies, Terraform, Linux commands/scripting, Docker, and Kubernetes is also required.
- Does this DevOps Engineer Specialist role require knowledge of software development?
- Yes, this DevOps Engineer Specialist role requires some knowledge of software development. While the primary focus is on DevOps practices, candidates are expected to have experience contributing to software development and be able to cross over to software engineering as needed. Familiarity with Java, microservices, and RESTful APIs is beneficial.
- What are the preferred qualifications for the DevOps Engineer Specialist at Nasdaq?
- Preferred qualifications for this role include knowledge of Equities trading, experience with real-time, high-throughput applications, and understanding of data lakes/warehousing. Experience with technologies like Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Kafka, Kotlin, Maven, Git, and frameworks like Keycloak and OpenSearch are also highly desirable.
- What kind of production support is involved in this DevOps Engineer Specialist role?
- The production support aspect of this DevOps Engineer Specialist role involves answering support calls and resolving production issues related to infrastructure and software. This support is specifically required during US night hours, aligning with the 23x5 online schedule of Nasdaq's markets.
- How does Nasdaq approach accommodation for individuals with disabilities for this DevOps Engineer Specialist job?
- Nasdaq is committed to equal opportunity and provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Nasdaq to request it. They ensure equal access to employment benefits and privileges.