Senior DevOps Engineer
Full Time - Hybrid @ITJobs.lk posted 3 hours ago in DevOps , in IT Infrastructure & Cloud , in Software Development & Engineering: Email JobJob Description
ITJobs.lk is proud to partner with a leading IT Firm in Colombo that is at the forefront of digital infrastructure and cloud innovation. We are looking for a seasoned Senior DevOps Engineer to join their high-performing engineering team.
This is a Full-Time, Hybrid position based in Colombo, offered as a 12-month contract with a high possibility of renewal based on performance and project roadmap. If you are an expert at bridging the gap between development and operations through automation and scalable architecture, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will be the backbone of the CI/CD ecosystem. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing automated infrastructure while ensuring the security, scalability, and reliability of the firm’s cloud environments.
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Employment Type: 12-Month Contract (Renewable)
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Work Model: Hybrid (Office in Colombo)
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Sector: Enterprise Software / Cloud Infrastructure
Key Responsibilities
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CI/CD Automation: Design, build, and maintain robust automated deployment pipelines for complex microservices architectures.
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Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Manage and scale cloud infrastructure using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
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Containerization: Orchestrate and manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
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Cloud Management: Oversee multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP), optimizing for both performance and cost.
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Monitoring & Security: Implement advanced logging, monitoring, and alerting systems (ELK, Prometheus, Grafana) and ensure “Security-by-Design” in all pipelines.
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Mentorship: Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and collaborate with development teams to improve deployment frequency and quality.
Requirements
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Experience: Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in DevOps, SRE, or Cloud Engineering.
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Technical Stack: Deep expertise in Linux administration and scripting (Python, Bash, or Go).
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Tools: Advanced proficiency in Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
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Orchestration: Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes (EKS/AKS/GKE) and Helm charts.
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IaC Skills: Proven track record of managing production environments using Terraform.
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Communication: Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to navigate a fast-paced corporate environment.
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Certification: AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) is a significant advantage.
Why Join This Firm?
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Enterprise Exposure: Work on large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure for a leading name in the Sri Lankan IT sector.
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Cutting-Edge Tech: Get hands-on with the latest in GitOps and DevSecOps methodologies.
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Career Longevity: While initially a contract, this firm has a strong history of renewing and transitioning top talent into long-term leadership roles.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly through ITJobs.lk or submit their updated CV to hello@itjobs.lk

