Rajesh Kannaiyan
Devops Engineer
Bangalore
Summary
Highly experienced DevOps Engineer. Seeking a challenging role to leverage skills in automating infrastructure, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and optimizing software delivery processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead DevOps Engineer
JCPenney
Bengaluru
12.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with development and operations teams to streamline workflows and improve collaboration
- Setup Member Account and configure TGW in AWS for establishing communication from aws to kafka cloud
- Setup Dev Tools Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence and Jenkins
- Setup and manage Kubernetes cluster on on-prem and EKS
- Setup CICD pipeline based on application requirement
- Migrate Onprem infrastructure to AWS Cloud
- Setup and Manage AWS Infrastructure via IaaC tools like Terraform.
- Established and led high-performing DevOps team, fostering culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Introduced GitOps practices using tools like Argo CD for declarative and automated configuration management.
- Automated compliance checks and introduced policies to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
- Conducted training programs for development and operations teams on DevOps best practices.
- Documented project design for reference and future use cases.
Senior DevOps Engineer
JCPenney
Bengaluru
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Integrated security into cloud architecture solutions to prevent bugging.
- Managed AWS assets and integrated multiple AWS resources into solutions appropriate for company projects.
- Developed continuous improvements and implemented solutions to existing infrastructure, tools and processes.
- Maintained metrics visibility using Datadog and Prometheus/Grafana to create useful dashboards and monitors.
- Coordinated deployments of new software, feature updates and fixes.
- Tested troubleshooting methods and documented resolutions for inclusion in knowledge base for support team use.
- Investigated new and emerging software applications to select and implement administrative information systems.
DevOps Engineer
Capgemini Client Cisco
Bengaluru
07.2015 - 09.2019
- Embraced DevOps practices and worked as a DevOps Engineer, implementing automation using Ansible, shell scripting, and Python
- Deployed and managed applications on AWS, leveraging cloud services such as EC2, S3, and RDS
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and improve software delivery processes.
- Automated infrastructure provisioning using Terraform, improving scalability and reducing deployment errors.
- Collaborated with development and operations teams to streamline release processes and ensure efficient delivery of software updates.
- Monitored and maintained production environments, achieving 99.9% system uptime.
- Led the migration of on-premises infrastructure to AWS, optimizing resource utilization and reducing infrastructure costs by 20%.
L3 Linux Admin
Concentrix Technologies India Pvt Ltd. Client Texas Instruments
Bengaluru
03.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed Linux servers for TI, ensuring system stability and security
- Conducted system upgrades, patching, and maintenance activities to optimize server performance
- Resolved technical issues, performed troubleshooting, and provided timely support to end-users.
L1 Admin, L2 Linux Admin
HCL Infosystems Pvt Ltd.
Bengaluru
10.2009 - 03.2014
- Supported Red Hat, CentOS, and Ubuntu for multiple clients, providing level 1 and level 2 technical assistance
- Assisted in server installations, configurations, and system monitoring
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues.
Education
Diploma - Computer Engineering
Directorate Of Technical Education
Tamilnadu 06.2006 - 04.2009
Skills
AWS
Python
Jenkins
Shell Scripting
Linux/Unix
Ansible
ArgoCD
Helm Chart
Linux Operating System
Scripting Languages
Containerization Technologies
EKS
Kubernetes
System Administration
Ansible
Terraform
Technology
Shell, Python, Groovy, Docker, Harbor, Nexus, Kubernetes, BMC Remedy, Jira, ServiceNow, Splunk, Grafana, data dog, Jenkins, Terraform, PostgreSQL, MYSQL, MongoDB, AWS, GCP, Azure, Bitbucket, GIT, SVN, Ansible, Puppet, AWX, RHEL, OEL, SLES, Ubuntu, Solaris, ESXI
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the given information about me is true to the best of my Knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Lead DevOps Engineer
JCPenney
12.2021 - Current
Senior DevOps Engineer
JCPenney
09.2019 - 10.2020
DevOps Engineer
Capgemini Client Cisco
07.2015 - 09.2019
L3 Linux Admin
Concentrix Technologies India Pvt Ltd. Client Texas Instruments
03.2014 - 07.2015
L1 Admin, L2 Linux Admin
HCL Infosystems Pvt Ltd.
10.2009 - 03.2014
Diploma - Computer Engineering
Directorate Of Technical Education
06.2006 - 04.2009